Murphy Brown

Stagione 3

TV-PG

A middle-aged female, her son, and their team of friends who are journalists work on a news show to deliver all the real news that is happening around the world. Outside of work, they all set out on adventures that could potentially change their lives.

Dove guardare Murphy Brown • Stagione 3

26 Episodi

The 390th Broadcast
E1
The 390th BroadcastResearch indicates news shows are getting stale so Miles hires consultant Chris Bishop to shake things up at FYI. Jim gets a perm, Frank wears leather and Murphy gets a segment where she will interview an average citizen on their views. The interview takes an unexpected turn.
Brown and Blue
E2
Brown and BlueMurphy wants to interview a controversial comic, but after seeing some tapes of his act she changes her mind. Miles sets up the interview so Murphy decides to go ahead with it, the result of which makes for interesting viewing.
Loco Hero
E3
Loco HeroFrank feels an obligation to give his parents an 50th anniversary party but does so reluctantly because of their negativity. As his family gathers at Murphy's home, Frank keeps finding reasons to avoid the celebration and deal with his parent's disapproval.
Strike Two
E4
Strike TwoThe on-air talent goes on strike, so management brings in Miller Redfield to handle Murphy's pending interview on the S&L crisis. When the only question Miller wants to know is why parking isn't validated, Miles must do the interview.
The Gold Rush
E5
The Gold RushNetwork executives hire Jerry Gold to appeal to a conservative crowd, dismaying the FYI staff. Miles has the idea to team Murphy and Jerry in a debating segment which rekindles their opposite attracts romance.
Bob & Murphy & Ted & Avery
E6
Bob & Murphy & Ted & AveryAvery comes to stay with Murphy when she decides it's time to ""change the scenery of my existence""; Murphy suggests she gets a boyfriend. Two hours later she has a double date for herself and Murphy.
The Last Laugh
E7
The Last LaughJim goes into hiding after losing control on the air, fearing the only thing people will remember about him is that one moment in his long career.
Rootless People
E8
Rootless PeopleMurphy's practical jokes have alienated the FYI staff, so when she is taken hostage by environmentalists, they don't believe her. The kidnappers have their hands full, as it's Murphy who is making all the demands.
The Bummer of 42
E9
The Bummer of 42Because Murphy had remarked that she had always wanted a sibling, Frank hires an actress to portray her sister for Murphy's 42nd birthday. But Maddy does her job too well, and Murphy's amusement soon turns to irritation.
Trouble in Sherwood-Forrest
E10
Trouble in Sherwood-ForrestCorky is trying hard to be the perfect wife to Will while still having a career, but finds it increasingly difficult. She confides in Murphy, which inspires Corky to host a dinner part - with disastrous results.
Jingle Hell, Jingle Hell, Jingle All the Way
E11
Jingle Hell, Jingle Hell, Jingle All the WayGetting co-workers Christmas gifts is causing unhappiness, so Murphy suggests they donate to charity instead. But after Murphy secretly buys presents anyway, the rest become frantic trying to purchase items at the last minute.
Retreat
E12
RetreatMiles thinks the on-air FYI staff need to bond closer, so he schedules a retreat run by an over-enthusiastic director Justin. Murphy is only interested in the bonding that comes with getting revenge on the other participants.
Eldin Imitates Life
E13
Eldin Imitates LifeWhen Murphy throws a party, Eldin's artistic talent is discovered. Three weeks later Eldin has a showing at a premiere art gallery. Eldin's mural causes a stir that turns his life upside down.
Contractions
E14
ContractionsMurphy's contract is up, and other news organizations make a huge effort to sign her - to the distress of Miles. With Murphy having the upper hand, she makes outrageous demands, and things turn contentious.
Hoarse Play
E15
Hoarse PlayTen years ago Murphy was banned from the White House press conferences. To top off her story on the education crisis, Murphy decides she needs a quotation from the ""Education"" president. When she manages to get a pass, she loses her voice two days before the conference.
The Novel
E16
The NovelJim's new novel, seems to uncover his affection for Murphy, when the central character meets a blonde female reporter.
Terror on the 17th Floor
E17
Terror on the 17th FloorThe network is sold to American Industrial, a large corporation, who send in a management consultant to streamline the network. Miles and Murphy go to New York to meet with the new mis-management.
On Another Plane (1)
E18
On Another Plane (1)When their plane gets in trouble: Murphy and Frank's lives flash before their eyes.
On Another Plane (2)
E19
On Another Plane (2)Frank and Murphy witness their wake, giving them further time for reflection on their lives.
Driving Miss Crazy
E20
Driving Miss CrazyWhile the FYI staff car pool together, Murphy works on her will, Frank gets over a relationship, Corky obsesses over being right about a trivia question, Jim tries to think of an anecdote for an interview and Miles almost gets everyone killed.
Everytime it Rains... You Get Wet
E21
Everytime it Rains... You Get WetSuffering from ""3rd year burnout,"" Miles asks for a positive uplifting story. When everyone else fails, Murphy takes on the challenge. She gets a perfect story, until the interview is on the air.
Corky's Place
E22
Corky's PlaceCorky gets her own network special, she decides to do it as an interview show with a ""tea party"" theme. Murphy comes on as her first guest and is humiliated when Corky asks her really tough, Murphy Brown type of questions.
Small
E23
SmallMurphy makes a flip remark that insults short men, especially members of ""The 66 Club."" She shows them their ""short"" sightedness.
The Usual Suspects
E24
The Usual SuspectsMurphy goes off the deep end when a tabloid prints lies about her, one of which says she is drinking again.
Q & A on FYI
E25
Q & A on FYIThe FYI staff vies against Yale on a TV quiz show, but at the dress rehearsal, they realize just how much they've forgotten since their school days.
Uh-Oh (1)
E26
Uh-Oh (1)Jake resurfaces with matrimony on his mind, Murphy is caught between him and her ex-lover, Jerry Gold, when he returns unexpectedly. Later Murphy takes a home pregnancy test, the results are positive.