WKRP in Cincinnati

WKRP in Cincinnati (1978-1982)

EndedScripted showComedy

When a Cincinnati radio station switches from sedate music to top-40 rock 'n' roll, its staff of oddball characters is forced to switch gears quickly. New programming director Andy Travis brings in a new DJ named Venus Flytrap to work with the station's burned-out veteran, Dr. Johnny Fever. Neurotic newsman Les Nessman, eager beaver Jan Smithers, sleazy salesman Herb Tarlek, blonde bombshell Jennifer Marlowe, who serves as the station's ultra-capable receptionist, and station manager Arthur Carlson, whose domineering mother owns WKRP, round out the eccentric bunch.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E22Up and Down the Dialavr. 21, 1982
S04E21To Err is Humanavr. 14, 1982
S04E20The Impossible Dreamavr. 7, 1982
S04E19The Creation of Venusmars 31, 1982
S04E18Dear Liarmars 24, 1982
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the first episode of WKRP in Cincinnati air?

The first episode of WKRP in Cincinnati premiered on September 18, 1978.

Who plays the role of the program director of WKRP in Cincinnati?

Gordon Jump played the role of the program director of WKRP in Cincinnati, Arthur Carlson.

What is the name of the enthusiastic yet clueless sales manager in WKRP in Cincinnati?

Herb Tarlek is the name of the enthusiastic yet clueless sales manager in WKRP in Cincinnati.

Where is the radio station WKRP in Cincinnati located in the city?

The radio station WKRP in Cincinnati was located in the Osgood Building in downtown Cincinnati.

Who plays the role of the news reporter at WKRP in Cincinnati?

Loni Anderson played the role of the sexy news reporter, Jennifer Marlowe, at WKRP in Cincinnati.

What is the name of the hard-drinking and cynical disc jockey in WKRP in Cincinnati?

Dr. Johnny Fever is the name of the hard-drinking and cynical disc jockey in WKRP in Cincinnati.

Who owns the radio station WKRP in Cincinnati?

The radio station WKRP in Cincinnati is owned by Mama Carlson, who is the mother of the program director, Arthur Carlson.

What is the catchphrase of Venus Flytrap, the evening DJ in WKRP in Cincinnati?

"Excuse me, I am from Los Angeles" is the catchphrase of Venus Flytrap, the evening DJ in WKRP in Cincinnati.

Which character in WKRP in Cincinnati is known for wearing wild plaid jackets and hats?

Les Nessman is the character in WKRP in Cincinnati who is known for wearing wild plaid jackets and hats.

What is the name of the radio show hosted by Dr. Johnny Fever in WKRP in Cincinnati?

The radio show hosted by Dr. Johnny Fever in WKRP in Cincinnati is called "Midnight with Johnny Fever."

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