Hot Metal

Hot Metal (1986-1988)

EndedScripted showComedy

The Daily Crucible is facing its final edition; its straight-forward, totally-honest approach to reporting the news has won it much attention, but made it deadly dull and with ever-diminishing sales figures.

Enter Twiggy Rathbone, tycoon owner of Rathouse International who's ready to turn the high-brow paper into a popular, sleazy, high-selling tabloid. He installs editor Russell Spam to do his bidding and 'promotes' the incumbent, Harry Stringer, to the role of 'managing editor' - a largely vanity role but holding what will become an increasingly difficult public face of respectability...

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 22:00 (30 min)

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S02E06Unleash the KrackenApr 17, 1988
S02E05Crown of ThornsApr 10, 1988
S02E04The Twilight ZoneMar 27, 1988
S02E03The Hydra's HeadMar 20, 1988
S02E02The Joker to the ThiefMar 13, 1988
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Hot Metal' premiere?

'Hot Metal' premiered on November 7, 1986.

Who were the main characters in 'Hot Metal'?

The main characters in 'Hot Metal' were Harry Stringer, Russell Spam, Maggie Troon, and Greg Kettle.

What was the genre of 'Hot Metal'?

'Hot Metal' was a satirical comedy-drama series.

Who created 'Hot Metal'?

'Hot Metal' was created by Andrew Marshall and David Renwick.

Where was 'Hot Metal' set?

'Hot Metal' was set in the offices of the fictional newspaper, The Daily Crucible.

What was the premise of 'Hot Metal'?

'Hot Metal' revolved around the chaotic and often outrageous world of a tabloid newspaper.

Who played the character Harry Stringer in 'Hot Metal'?

Robert Hardy played the character Harry Stringer in 'Hot Metal'.

Which network aired 'Hot Metal'?

'Hot Metal' aired on the ITV network.

What was the running time of each episode of 'Hot Metal'?

Each episode of 'Hot Metal' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'Hot Metal' receive positive reviews from critics?

Yes, 'Hot Metal' received generally positive reviews from critics for its sharp writing and comedic performances.

Did 'Hot Metal' have a laugh track?

No, 'Hot Metal' did not have a laugh track, allowing the humor to be more subtle and satirical.

How many episodes were there in total for 'Hot Metal'?

There were a total of 13 episodes produced for 'Hot Metal'.

Did 'Hot Metal' win any awards?

Yes, 'Hot Metal' won the International Emmy Award for Best Drama Series in 1987.

Was 'Hot Metal' popular among viewers?

Although it had a dedicated fan base, 'Hot Metal' did not achieve high ratings during its run.

Did 'Hot Metal' tackle controversial topics?

Yes, 'Hot Metal' often tackled controversial topics and satirized the tabloid journalism industry.

Was 'Hot Metal' known for its witty dialogue?

Yes, 'Hot Metal' was known for its sharp and witty dialogue, which added to its satirical tone.

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