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Season 3 – NewsRadio

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"NewsRadio" showcases the hilarious antics of staffers at WNYX, the fictional No.2 news radio station serving New York. The characters are eccentric and witty, and sarcasm is the name of the game as they surprise one another with back-and-forth banter. Dave Foley stars as the level-headed news director who tries -- but mostly fails -- to keep his colleagues in line.
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NewsRadio — Season 3

Critics Reviews

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Daniel Kurland New York Magazine/Vulture NewsRadio is lightning-in-a-bottle television that makes for not only one of the most accomplished workplace sitcoms out there, but it also has one of the strongest ensemble casts in a comedy. Sep 14, 2018 Full Review Steve Johnson Chicago Tribune A fine ensemble, headed by the refreshingly understated humor of Dave Foley as program director, and consistently smart writing keep the level of office-oriented humor high. Sep 14, 2018 Full Review Noel Murray AV Club Solid gold. Sep 13, 2018 Full Review Jesse Hassenger PopMatters By the third [season] it moves at a breakneck, sometimes wonderfully absurd pace. Sep 13, 2018 Full Review Read all reviews

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R B One of the very best sitcoms of the 90's. Season 3 had a lot of great guest appearances. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/05/23 Full Review Audience Member Easily my favorite Sitcom. Reminds me of a similar time when the writing mattered, plots were believable and acting was expected. It would be hard to determine who is the star of the show because every main character seems critical to the story. One of the few TV shows that takes a jab at both political parties. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/09/23 Full Review Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Dave Foley

Dave Nelson

Stephen Root

Jimmy James

Maura Tierney

Lisa Miller

Andy Dick

Matthew Brock

Vicki Lewis

Beth

Khandi Alexander

Catherine Duke

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 18, 1996 President Mr. James runs for president of the United States, a la Ross Perot; a mustachioed Matthew annoys co-workers. Details Episode 2 Aired Sep 25, 1996 Review When the station gets a lukewarm review in a national trade publication, the WNYX staff takes it personally. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 2, 1996 Massage Chair Mutiny is in the air when budget cuts threaten the staff's office snacks. With Phil Hartman and Dave Foley. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 23, 1996 Arcade Beth (Vicki Lewis) orders a video arcade game for the office, much to the delight of Mr. James and Dave (Stephen Root, Dave Foley). Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 30, 1996 Halloween Due to their lack of holiday spirit, Jimmy decides not to invite any of the WNYX employees to his annual Halloween bash. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 6, 1996 Awards Show Dave tries to convince the staffers they have a shot at winning at a broadcast awards ceremony hosted by Bob Costas. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 13, 1996 Daydream All have wild daydreams after the office air-conditioning breaks down. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 20, 1996 Movie Star Matthew's neurotic behavior draws James Caan's attention when the actor visits the station to research an upcoming film role. Details Episode 9 Aired Dec 11, 1996 Stocks Jimmy introduces Beth to the world of stock options; Matthew returns from the Orient with awe-inspiring gifts. Details Episode 10 Aired Dec 18, 1996 Christmas Dave has trouble making his plane when he winds up covering for everybody at the station on Christmas Eve. Details Episode 11 Aired Dec 19, 1996 The Trainer Bill brings impressionable Matthew with him when he checks out a prestigious gym he's thinking of joining. Details Episode 12 Aired Jan 8, 1997 Rap Bill's editorials against rap music lyrics prompt Jimmy to invite rapper Chuck D. to respond on the air. Details Episode 13 Aired Jan 15, 1997 Led Zeppelin Boxed Set Dave convinces Matthew to confront Bill about his feelings; Catherine gives Jimmy some gambling tips. Details Episode 14 Aired Jan 29, 1997 Complaint Box Things get out of hand when Dave (Dave Foley) installs a complaint box at the station. With Stephen Root. Details Episode 15 Aired Feb 5, 1997 Rose Bowl Jimmy uses Joe as his legal representative when he tries to sue a disreputable movie memorabilia collector. Details Episode 16 Aired Feb 12, 1997 Kids Jimmy (Stephen Root) has ulterior motives for bringing a group of children in to see how the station is run. Stephanie Erb guest stars. Details Episode 17 Aired Feb 19, 1997 Airport Bill's (Phil Hartman) snobbish behavior at a St. Louis airport offends Dave (Dave Foley); Lisa (Maura Tierney) tries to run the office. Details Episode 18 Aired Mar 12, 1997 Twins The staff is shocked when they meet Matthew's twin brother, Andrew; Dave is skeptical when asked to make budget cuts. Details Episode 19 Aired Mar 19, 1997 Office Feud Joe leads a crusade against the office on the next floor until Dave discovers why the break room is breaking down. Details Episode 20 Aired Apr 2, 1997 Our Fiftieth Episode Committed to a psychiatric unit, Bill befriends a fellow inmate, then resists Dave and Catherine's efforts to spring him. Details Episode 21 Aired May 7, 1997 Sleeping The staff learns Jimmy James (Stephen Root) has had a heart attack; Lisa (Maura Tierney) drops a bombshell on Dave (Dave Foley). Details Episode 22 Aired May 7, 1997 The Real Deal Bill and Lisa (Phil Hartman, Maura Tierney) book Jerry Seinfeld (guest starring as himself) as a guest on their new program, saving them from disaster. Details Episode 23 Aired May 14, 1997 Mistake Proud to be the strangest person on staff, Matthew (Andy Dick) is challenged by the appearance of an odd temp (guest star French Stewart). Details Episode 24 Aired May 21, 1997 Space A futuristic WNYX operates in outer space; guest Bobbie Brown. Details Episode 25 Aired Jun 5, 1997 The Injury Jimmy (Stephen Root) hires a lawyer (guest star Norm MacDonald) when Matthew (Andy Dick) is injured while playing a game in the office. Details

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Season Info

Director
Tom Cherones, Judi Elterman, Patrick Maloney, Leonard R Garner Jr., Gregg Heschong, Rick Beren
Executive Producer
Brad Grey, Bernie Brillstein, Paul Simms
Screenwriter
Paul Simms, Josh Lieb, Lewis Morton, Joe Furey, Drake Sather, Brian Kelley, Alan J. Higgins, Sam Johnson, Dawn DeKeyser, Chris Marcil
Network
NBC
Rating
TV-PG (D)
Genre
Comedy
Original Language
English
Release Date
Sep 18, 1996