Cult multi-cam with surreal swings; tragedy and brilliance in the same memory.
Why it matters
Episode guide
97 episodes across 5 seasons — titles, air dates, and synopses.
At a glance
Staffers at a New York news radio station endure an eccentric billionaire owner and each other. Sharp ensemble farce that could turn delightfully weird.
Network & studio
- NBC — broadcast network
Why watch now
Watch for the cultural DNA of the 1990s — and the star power that made living rooms feel like red carpets.
Cultural impact
Cult multi-cam with surreal swings; tragedy and brilliance in the same memory.
Creators
Paul Simms
Key cast
- Dave Foley as Dave Nelson
- Phil Hartman as Bill McNeal
- Stephen Root as Jimmy James
- Maura Tierney as Lisa Miller
- Vicki Lewis as Beth
- Andy Dick as Matthew
Flash facts
- Created by Paul Simms; NBC 1995–1999.
- Phil Hartman’s Bill McNeal is among TV’s great blowhard performances.
- Hartman’s death during the run forced major cast/story changes.
- Critical favorite that grew a strong post-network cult.
FAQ
What network aired NewsRadio?
NewsRadio is associated with NBC (1995–1999).
Why is NewsRadio in the TV Flash top 100 for the 1990s?
Cult multi-cam with surreal swings; tragedy and brilliance in the same memory.
Who are the key names behind NewsRadio?
Creators and principals include Paul Simms.
Official & further reading
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