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  • NBC
  • Mar 25, 1995
  • NBC
  • Mar 25, 1995
NewsRadio

Summary "NewsRadio" showcases the hilarious antics of the whimsical #2 news radio station in New York City. The corral of characters are eccentric and witty, and they surprise each other with their back-and-forth banter. Their workplace humor also supplies an abundance of laughs amidst this unlikely bunch of colleagues.

Created By: Paul Simms

  • NBC
  • Mar 25, 1995
  • NBC
  • Mar 25, 1995
NewsRadio
Season 1
5 Seasons
Season Premiere: Mar 25, 1995
Metascore Generally Favorable Based on 22 Critic Reviews
70
User Score Generally Favorable Based on 8 User Ratings
7.6
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Summary "NewsRadio" showcases the hilarious antics of the whimsical #2 news radio station in New York City. The corral of characters are eccentric and witty, and they surprise each other with their back-and-forth banter. Their workplace humor also supplies an abundance of laughs amidst this unlikely bunch of colleagues.

Created By: Paul Simms

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Season Episodes

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Episode 1 • Mar 25, 1995 • 23 m
Pilot
Dave Nelson begins his new job as WNYX News Director, but first he has to fire his predecessor.
Episode 2 • Mar 28, 1995 • 23 m
Inappropriate
Dave and Lisa begin their office romance. Matthew inadvertently uses colorful language live on air.
Episode 3 • Apr 1, 1995 • 23 m
Smoking
To help Bill quit smoking, Dave gives up coffee. Lisa is worried Joe saw her and Dave together at the movies.
Episode 4 • Apr 11, 1995 • 23 m
The Crisis
The station covers a subway derailment and Dave tries to get Matthew tunnel access, while the staff resents Dave's decision to order Matthew a new desk.
Episode 5 • Apr 18, 1995 • 23 m
Big Day
Dave has to decide the annual bonuses. Bill is upset over people leaving food on his desk.
Episode 6 • May 2, 1995 • 23 m
Luncheon at the Waldorf
Beth attends a fancy luncheon with Bill despite Lisa's concern that he will take advantage of her. Dave tries to solve the station's budget problems.
Episode 7 • May 9, 1995 • 23 m
Sweeps Week
Dave's old girlfriend visiting from Wisconsin believes they are still a couple. Bill interviews a "business visionary" friend of Mr. James.
5 Seasons

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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 22 Critic Reviews
70
64% Positive
14 Reviews
23% Mixed
5 Reviews
14% Negative
3 Reviews

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Metascore
Generally Favorable Based on 22 Critic Reviews
70
64% Positive
14 Reviews
23% Mixed
5 Reviews
14% Negative
3 Reviews

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100
Jul 16, 2013
The crispest, wittiest and most delightful new sitcom of the season making as self-assured, clever and distinctive a debut as "Frasier" did last season. [20 Mar 1995]
By David Bianculli FULL REVIEW
90
Jul 16, 2013
NewsRadio is, like Murphy Brown, a slightly sophisticated (it is television, after all) ensemble comedy set in the newsroom, in which each character blends a healthy portion of absurdity with a strong slice of reality. But NewsRadio is better than Murphy Brown ever was. [21 Mar 1995]
By Jonathan Storm FULL REVIEW
83
Jul 16, 2013
The best comedy ensemble to come along in a while. [21 Mar 1995]
By Ann Hodges FULL REVIEW
70
Jul 16, 2013
I was very upbeat about 'NewsRadio' when I'd only seen the pilot -- and then NBC went and sent a second episode. [21 Mar 1995]
By Robert Bianco FULL REVIEW
60
Jul 16, 2013
"NewsRadio" features a group of caustic neurotics that many viewers will find entertaining. But nothing especially creative is introduced.
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40
Jul 16, 2013
It may be just dumb and obvious enough to succeed. [21 Mar 1995]
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20
Jul 16, 2013
The problem is not the simple lack of an original idea. It's that the material is so staggeringly lame. [21 Mar 1995]
By Tom Feran FULL REVIEW

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User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 8 User Ratings
7.6
75% Positive
6 Ratings
13% Mixed
1 Rating
13% Negative
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User Score
Generally Favorable Based on 8 User Ratings
7.6
75% Positive
6 Ratings
13% Mixed
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13% Negative
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