Murphy Brown
“Comedy's Back In The News.”
Series Overview
Murphy Brown (Candice Bergen) is a recovering alcoholic who returns to the fictional newsmagazine FYI for the first time following a stay at the Betty Ford Clinic residential treatment center. Over 40 and single, she is sharp tongued and hard as nails. In her profession, she is considered one of the boys, having shattered many glass ceilings encountered during her career. Dominating the FYI news magazine, she is portrayed as one of America's hardest-hitting (though not the warmest or more sympathetic) media personalities.
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10 Seasons • 247 Episodes
24 min per episode
1988 – 1998
Premiered: Mon, Nov 14, 1988
Diane EnglishLatest Aired Episode
Season 10, Episode 22: “Never Can Say Goodbye (2)”
Jim seeks some career advice from Mike Wallace. Mike tells him he is boring and has lost his spark. Murphy begins her interview with God, who tells her she must make the best of the gifts she has been given. The surgery uncovers the abnormality was just a cyst, Murphy can go on with her life. The gang is happy for her, but unsure what to do with themselves without Murphy as a part of FYI. Frank and Julia finally get together and arrange a date. Jim prepares to leave and Murphy returns to the office. She is ready to tell everyone that she's changed her mind, when they all mention what they have in the works for their careers. Murphy confesses her selfishness, but mentions that she doesn't want to leave. After a group hug, they all get together to reminisce on memories of the past. At the end of the day, Murphy returns to her townhouse. Ten years later, Eldin makes the same entrance back into her life. Seems Avery used his mother's Sprint card to track Eldin down. Eldin proposes marriage
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diane English
Steve Dorff
Diane English, Gary Dontzig
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TV-PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
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Parental Guidance Suggested — Contains material parents may find unsuitable for younger children.
Parental Guidance Suggested.
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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What is Murphy Brown about?
Murphy Brown (Candice Bergen) is a recovering alcoholic who returns to the fictional newsmagazine FYI for the first time following a stay at the Betty Ford Clinic residential treatment center. Over 40 and single, she is sharp tongued and hard as nails. In her profession, she is considered one of the boys, having shattered many glass ceilings encountered during her career. Dominating the FYI news magazine, she is portrayed as one of America's hardest-hitting (though not the warmest or more sympathetic) media personalities.
How many seasons does Murphy Brown have?
Murphy Brown comprises 10 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Murphy Brown?
Key cast members in Murphy Brown include Candice Bergen, Faith Ford, Joe Regalbuto, Charles Kimbrough, Lily Tomlin.
Who created or directed Murphy Brown?
Murphy Brown was developed and directed by Diane English.