Working Girl

Working Girl (1990)

EndedScripted showComedy

Working Girl is an American sitcom that aired on NBC from April to July 1990. Loosely based on the 1988 film of the same name, the series stars Sandra Bullock as Tess McGill

Tess McGill is a spunky, independent secretary, who suddenly becomes a junior executive after charming company owner A.J. Trask. Tess' first challenge is to survive working with her antagonistic, uptight immediate boss, Mrs. Bryn Newhouse, otherwise known as the "company witch". Tess' best friend, Lana Peters is a secretary, who's more interested in doing her nails and rooting for Tess than in getting ahead herself. Meanwhile, Everett Rutledge is a fellow junior executive, who is charming but eager to please. Libby Wentworth is Tess' world-wise, "permanent temporary" secretary, who's also a moonlighting musician. Back home each night on Staten Island, Tess has to contend with her doting parents Joe and Fran. Tess also has to contend with Sal Pascarella, the blue-collar neighborhood Romeo, who constantly pursued her.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 20:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08We Can Work It OutJul 30, 1990
S01E07Just One of Those ThingsJul 23, 1990
S01E06Hungry HeartJul 16, 1990
S01E05It's Only LoveMay 14, 1990
S01E04McJoe'sMay 7, 1990
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Working Girl premiere?

Working Girl premiered on April 16, 1990.

Who played the lead role in Working Girl?

Sandra Bullock played the lead role of Tess McGill in Working Girl.

Who were the co-stars in Working Girl?

Nana Visitor and George Newbern were the co-stars in Working Girl.

What was the genre of Working Girl?

Working Girl was a sitcom television series.

How many episodes of Working Girl were produced?

There were twelve episodes of Working Girl produced.

Who was the creator of Working Girl?

Kevin Wade was the creator of the television series, Working Girl.

What was the production company behind Working Girl?

NBC Productions was the production company behind Working Girl.

Who directed the episode, 'The Triangle'?

Michael K. McDonough directed the 'The Triangle' episode of Working Girl.

What was Tess McGill's profession in Working Girl?

Tess McGill was a secretary in Working Girl.

Who did Jack Trainer work for in Working Girl?

Jack Trainer worked for the mergers and acquisitions department of Petty Marsh.

Who played the role of Jack Trainer in Working Girl?

Jack Davenport played the role of Jack Trainer in Working Girl.

What was the major plotline of Working Girl?

The major plotline of Working Girl was about a secretary named Tess McGill trying to advance in the business world.

What was the reception of the Working Girl television series?

Despite having a strong lead in Sandra Bullock, Working Girl's ratings were not impressive. Nonetheless, it received a nomination for a Golden Globe award.

Was Working Girl adapted into a movie?

Yes, Working Girl was adapted into a movie in 1988 with Melanie Griffith playing the lead role.

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