Review of NewsRadio

NewsRadio (1995–1999)
8/10
Great comedy
31 December 2021
Dave Nelson takes over as news director at a radio station in New York. His staff are an odd assortment, all with particular quirks and idiosyncrasies. Dave seems to have his work cut out and starts to regret taking up the offer. However, managing them may be difficult but it will be fun.

Great comedy from the 1990s. Clever gags and punchlines and topical references mixed with some good slapstick make for a funny and fun show. A zany take on everyday life in a radio station.

The writing is aided by a great cast that includes Dave Foley, Maura Tierney, Phil Hartman and Stephen Root. Guest stars included Lauren Graham, Patrick Warburton, Bob Odenkirk and David Cross all of which enhanced the show.

The show did lose some of its lustre in Season 5 after Phil Hartman was replaced by Jon Lovitz (after Hartman's untimely death). Hartman's character, Bill McNeal, was the best thing about the show and Lovitz is not in Hartman's league. His character was also a bit irritating. It's no surprise then that the show was cancelled after Season 5.
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