The Newsroom
tv show

25 total episodes
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3 seasons
More as the story develops.
First Aired June 24, 2012
Genres:
Overview
A behind-the-scenes look at the people who make a nightly cable-news program. Focusing on a network anchor, his new executive producer, the newsroom staff and their boss, the series tracks their quixotic mission to do the news well in the face of corporate and commercial obstacles-not to mention their own personal entanglements.

The Blackout Part I: Tragedy Porn
Season 1 - Episode 8 - 1h 58m
Air Date
August 12, 2012
Overview
The ratings for "News Night" plummet after it downplays a pair of sensational stories, and Will and Mac must find a way to lure back enough viewers to justify the network's quest to air a Republican debate. Meanwhile, Will considers writers for an all-access profile. Sloan is disappointed by the lack of coverage of an important financial story. Charlie learns a National Security Agency whistle-blower's identity.
Guest Stars
Jane Fonda
as
Leona Lansing
Adina Porter
as
Kendra James
Chris Chalk
as
Gary Cooper
Wynn Everett
as
Tamara Hart
Charlie Weirauch
as
Jake Watson
Chris Messina
as
Reese Lansing
Margaret Judson
as
Tess Westin
Thomas Matthews
as
Martin Stallworth
Trieu Tran
as
Joey Phan
David Krumholtz
as
Dr. Jack Habib
Terry Crews
as
Lonny Church
Paul Schneider
as
Brian Brenner