"I Dream of Jeannie" is a classic American television sitcom that aired from 1965 to 1970. The show follows the story of an astronaut named Tony Nelson, who discovers a beautiful genie named Jeannie in a bottle. When he accidentally frees her, she becomes his devoted companion and often uses her magical powers to help him, leading to humorous situations. The series features Barbara Eden as Jeannie and Larry Hagman as Tony Nelson. Each episode typically revolves around the comedic challenges that arise from Jeannie's attempts to assist Tony while keeping her existence a secret from others, particularly his military superiors.