'80s TV icons Steve Guttenberg and Fred Savage return to TV in special 'Goldbergs' episode

Steve Guttenberg on 'The Goldbergs' (ABC)

The 1980s are making a comeback on the ABC sitcom "The Goldbergs."

Steve Guttenberg and Fred Savage were recruited by showrunner Adam F. Goldberg, a self-proclaimed admirer of their work for years, to appear on the show. Guttenberg is playing a high school teacher, Dr. Katman, and Savage is directing the episode, titled "The Beverly Goldberg Cookbook."

“I’ve always been a huge fan and admirer of Steve Guttenberg,” said Goldberg. “His acting roles define my childhood from "Cocoon" to "Short Circuit to the Police Academy.”

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“Steve is a truly gifted actor with real dramatic chops and impeccable comedic timing, which is why I was so thrilled he agreed to be on The Goldbergs,” he added. “As a plus, he’s an absolute joy to work with and one of the friendliest mensches in the business. The role that he plays on the show is a perfect fit for him, and as you’ll see, he is an utter delight to watch.”

“Steve is a truly gifted actor with real dramatic chops and impeccable comedic timing," said Goldberg. (ABC)

“It was an absolute joy having Fred Savage come direct a Season 6 episode of "The Goldbergs,” said Goldberg. “As comedically gifted as Fred Savage is as an actor, he’s even more talented as a director.”

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“All of the comedic instincts that he cultivated as an actor make him one of the top TV directors around. Fred really shines because my show was heavily influenced by the 'Wonder Years,' so he knows how to help tell our stories better than anyone.”

The episode airs on Wednesday, March 13 at 8 p.m.on ABC.