Newsreaders

Newsreaders (2013-2015)

EndedScripted showComedy

Newsreaders is an absurd take on the television news magazine format, a show that goes behind the stories nobody else thinks are stories - because they're not. From the team behind Adult Swim's Emmy Award-winning comedy, Childrens Hospital.

Network
Scheduleevery Saturday at 00:00 (15 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E14Creepiest Man Alive; Bomb Sniffing DogsFeb 14, 2015
S02E13FMK Killer; Newsreaders: Behind the ScenesFeb 7, 2015
S02E12Jellyfish Sting ClinicJan 31, 2015
S02E11How the Sausage Is Made; Lottery Winners LoseJan 24, 2015
S02E10Band Names-R-Us, Put Me in CoachJan 17, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Newsreaders premiere?

Newsreaders premiered on January 17, 2013.

Who created Newsreaders?

Newsreaders was created by Rob Corddry, Jonathan Stern, and David Wain.

What channel was Newsreaders broadcast on?

Newsreaders was broadcast on Adult Swim.

How many episodes were there in the first season of Newsreaders?

The first season of Newsreaders consisted of 12 episodes.

What is the genre of Newsreaders?

Newsreaders is a comedy television series.

Who are some of the guest stars that appeared in Newsreaders?

Some of the guest stars that appeared in Newsreaders include David Hasselhoff, Ray Wise, and Ed Begley Jr.

What is the premise of Newsreaders?

Newsreaders is a satirical take on news magazine shows, with each episode featuring various segments that poke fun at current events.

Who are some of the recurring characters on Newsreaders?

Some of the recurring characters on Newsreaders include Mather Zickel as Louis LaFonda, Alan Tudyk as Reagan Biscayne, and Kumail Nanjiani as Xandra Dent.

What is the average length of an episode of Newsreaders?

The average length of an episode of Newsreaders is 11 minutes.

Was Newsreaders well-received by critics?

Yes, Newsreaders received generally positive reviews from critics.

Did Newsreaders win any awards?

No, Newsreaders did not win any awards.

Was Newsreaders renewed for a second season?

Yes, Newsreaders was renewed for a second season.

Who composed the theme music for Newsreaders?

The theme music for Newsreaders was composed by Matt Novack.

Also known as

  • Телеведущие (Russian Federation)

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