How many networks aired the franchise in 1981 only?
CREATE TABLE table_12438767_1 (
    network VARCHAR,
    dates_aired VARCHAR
)
SELECT COUNT(network) FROM table_12438767_1 WHERE dates_aired = "1981"
Below are sql tables schemas paired with instruction that describes a task. Using valid SQLite, write a response that appropriately completes the request for the provided tables. ### Instruction: How many networks aired the franchise in 1981 only? ### Input: CREATE TABLE table_12438767_1 (
    network VARCHAR,
    dates_aired VARCHAR
) ### Response: SELECT COUNT(network) FROM table_12438767_1 WHERE dates_aired = "1981"