Onion News Network
“News Without Mercy”
Series Overview
Onion News Network is a parody television news show. The show premiered its ten-episode first season on January 21, 2011, at 10:00 p.m. EST on IFC. In March 2007, The Onion launched The Onion News Network, a daily web video broadcast that had been in production since sometime in mid-2006. The Onion invested about $1 million in production and hired 15 staffers to focus on the venture. Carol Kolb, former Editor-in-Chief of The Onion is the ONN's head writer; and Will Graham is the showrunner and Executive Producer. It is implied on-air that the ONN show "FactZone with Brooke Alvarez" is "simulcasted" on IFC Friday nights at 10pm ET.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
2 Seasons • 20 Episodes
22–30 min per episode
2011 – 2011
Premiered: Fri, Jan 21, 2011
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 10: “Year in Review”
The gang looks back on 2011.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Onion News Network - Coming To IFC January 2011
Type: Trailer • Published 2010-12-27
Cast & Creators
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Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
International Certification Matrix
Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Onion News Network
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What is Onion News Network about?
Onion News Network is a parody television news show. The show premiered its ten-episode first season on January 21, 2011, at 10:00 p.m. EST on IFC. In March 2007, The Onion launched The Onion News Network, a daily web video broadcast that had been in production since sometime in mid-2006. The Onion invested about $1 million in production and hired 15 staffers to focus on the venture. Carol Kolb, former Editor-in-Chief of The Onion is the ONN's head writer; and Will Graham is the showrunner and Executive Producer. It is implied on-air that the ONN show "FactZone with Brooke Alvarez" is "simulcasted" on IFC Friday nights at 10pm ET.
How many seasons does Onion News Network have?
Onion News Network comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in Onion News Network?
Key cast members in Onion News Network include Suzanne Sena, Brian Huskey.
Who created or directed Onion News Network?
Onion News Network was developed and directed by Not specified.