Murphy Brown

Murphy Brown (1988-2018)

EndedScripted showDrama, Comedy

Murphy Brown is the star reporter on a news magazine show called FYI. She lives in a townhouse that she is having repainted; Eldin the painter may never finish the job. Jim Dial is the uptight senior anchor, a seasoned veteran. Frank is a single guy and constantly looking for a girlfriend, he is also Murphy's best friend. Corky is a former Miss America turned newsperson, she covers all the "hard" news. 

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S11E13Happy New Yeardéc. 20, 2018
S11E12AWOLdéc. 13, 2018
S11E11The Wheels on the Dog Go Round and Rounddéc. 6, 2018
S11E10Beat the Pressnov. 29, 2018
S11E09Thanksgiving and Takingnov. 22, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Murphy Brown' premiere?

'Murphy Brown' premiered on November 14, 1988.

Who played the protagonist of the show, Murphy Brown?

Candice Bergen played the role of Murphy Brown.

What was the name of Murphy Brown's news show on the show?

The name of Murphy Brown's news show was FYI.

What was Murphy Brown's profession on the show?

Murphy Brown was a journalist and a news anchor on the show.

Who were the other members of Murphy's team on FYI?

The other members of Murphy's team on FYI were Corky Sherwood, Frank Fontana, and Jim Dial.

Who played the character of Corky Sherwood on the show?

Faith Ford played the character of Corky Sherwood on the show.

Who played the character of Frank Fontana on the show?

Joe Regalbuto played the character of Frank Fontana on the show.

Who played the character of Jim Dial on the show?

Charles Kimbrough played the character of Jim Dial on the show.

What was the name of the caf\u00e9 where the characters often hung out on the show?

The name of the caf\u00e9 where the characters often hung out on the show was Phil's.

Who played the role of Murphy's ex-husband on the show?

Robert Pastorelli played the role of Murphy's ex-husband on the show.

What was the name of the character who becomes Murphy's secretary in season two?

The name of the character who becomes Murphy's secretary in season two was Kay Carter-Shepley.

Who played the role of Kay Carter-Shepley on the show?

Lily Tomlin played the role of Kay Carter-Shepley on the show.

What was the name of the fictional TV network where FYI was broadcasted?

The name of the fictional TV network where FYI was broadcasted was CNC.

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Also known as

  • Μέρφυ Μπράουν (Greece)

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