Murphy Brown

Season 2

TV-PG

An elderly 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.

Where to Watch Season 2

27 Episodes

The Brothers Silverberg
E1
The Brothers SilverbergWhen Miles arrives to the office, the whole gang makes fun of his new suit. He says he bought it because his older brother is coming to town so he wants to look good. At Murphy's office, Miles asks her to join them for lunch, Murphy reluctantly agrees. At Phil's Miles' brother Josh and Murphy really hit it off, which makes Miles a little uncomfortable. They also agree to go all to dinner together at a fancy italian restaurant. Miles brings his date Audrey Cohen, they all have a nice time at first but then Miles starts embarassing Murphy. The next day, Miles apologizes to Murphy about the way he behaved at the restaurant. One night Miles, Murphy and Josh arrive at her house after dinner, Murphy and Josh want to be alone but Miles is always getting in the middle, so they politely ask him to leave. Miles shows up in the middle of the night just to tell Murphy that he does not like the idea of her dating his brother at all. Josh arrives after being looking for Miles for hours, they sta
Anchors Away
E2
Anchors AwayJim is sent on foreign assignment for two weeks and Miller Redfield, a pretentious lightweight, is to fill in. Murphy and her colleagues decide to sabotage Miller on air to ensure Jim's job remains his.
The Memo that Got Away
E3
The Memo that Got AwayMurphy is asked by management to write a critique of her friends and she agrees. But when teenager Louis hacks her computer, she must either comply with his blackmail or he will print her much too honest comments.
TV or Not TV
E4
TV or Not TVThe network ask the FYI staff to cooperate with the making of a sitcom based on the news show. Resistant at first, everybody goes overboard when they learn Julia St Martin will star, Murphy being the worst offender.
Miles' Big Adventure
E5
Miles' Big AdventureWhile on vacation, Miles' return flight is delayed by an Air Force pilot who has hijacked an F15-Eagle loaded with nuclear warheads.
Buddies Schmuddies
E6
Buddies SchmuddiesFrank and Murphy compete for the same story, but their intense competition puts the story in jeopardy. Phil, to improve his business at night, tries adding live entertainment to the bar.
Whose Garbage is it Anyway?
E7
Whose Garbage is it Anyway?Conservative nemesis Jerry Gold accuses the FYI staff of not following through on their convictions about the environment. Murphy and her colleagues accept the challenge to go two weeks being eco-friendly. They find it more difficult than anticipated.
And the Whiner Is...
E8
And the Whiner Is...Murphy is very disgruntled when Corky wins the Humboldt, a news casting award she expected to win. She is further annoyed when Corky is assigned a major story and refuses to help when her colleague is overwhelmed by the job.
Roasted
E9
RoastedJim's twenty-five years at the network pass by unacknowledged and Murphy decides to host a roast by his friends. But Jim takes the insults to heart and becomes even more depressed. Murphy questions him about what's really wrong.
Brown Like Me (1)
E10
Brown Like Me (1)Murphy is set to receive the Robert F. Kennedy Journalism Award, so the rest of the staff convince her that at least one of her estranged parents should attend. She concedes and invites her father, but the sparks fly when her father arrives with his new young wife and child and later her mother shows up.
Brown Like Me (2)
E11
Brown Like Me (2)The sparks and the barbs fly back and forth; however, eventually the Browns call a truce. To quote Murphy: ""Interesting family, kind of like a Fellini version of the Waltons.""
The Strike
E12
The StrikeTo start a significant dialog, Murphy decides she will break the technicians' strike by bringing both sides together for cake and conversation.
Here's to You Mrs. Kinsella
E13
Here's to You Mrs. KinsellaWhile Murphy is throwing a birthday party for Gene Kinsella, Miles recognizes a woman he had a one-night stand with at a broadcaster's convention, Mrs. Kinsella. However, Kinsella thinks that his wife is having an affair with Frank.
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?
E14
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?Corky is having a New Year's Eve party, and Murphy wants to avoid it. Everyone challenges her to be able enjoy the occasion without the her old vice. Sober, Murphy can still bring life to a dull party.
Subpoena Envy
E15
Subpoena EnvyAfter Murphy's expose airs on FYI, she is asked to reveal her anonymous source and refuses. She is sent to prison and is letdown that it is more like a country club than a jail cell which leaves her depressed.
I Want My FYI
E16
I Want My FYIThe network decides to put in production a kid's version of FYI and asks the senior staff to act as mentors. Reluctant at first, Murphy and her friends become over involved with the youngsters taking on characteristics of their role models.
Frankly Speaking
E17
Frankly SpeakingFrank starts dating accomplished and beautiful Alexandra, but Murphy is not impressed. Because they are best friends, Murphy tries to warm to Alexandra - but as soon as she does, Frank gets cold feet.
The Murphy Brown School of Broadcasting
E18
The Murphy Brown School of BroadcastingMurphy's beloved teacher Mr. Hamilton, who encouraged her broadcasting interest, is retiring and intends to open a journalism school. She offers to let her use her name in promoting the school, but is shocked when he actually names the run-down enterprise after her. When she visits, she gradually realizes that his ideas are outdated, and thinks perhaps he's lost his touch. She struggles with how to tell him.
Bad Girls
E19
Bad GirlsFor sweeps, Miles needs a big story, so he cajoles Murphy and Corky to dress as hookers to uncover an oil industry scandal. Murphy is made to feel old, and they keep encountering other reporters doing the same report.
Heart of Gold
E20
Heart of GoldJerry Gold drops by Phil's, and immediately antagonizes everyone but Murphy. She sees past his rudeness and they start dating, which the FYI staff find irksome. Murphy starts to see herself change in ways she doesn't like.
On the Road Again
E21
On the Road AgainMurphy and Jim go on an affiliate tour, thinking they will end up in Hawaii, but a snowstorm strands them in Kansas. Jim deals with temptation after meeting Nancy, an attractive woman, in the hotel bar.
But First a Word From Our Sponsor
E22
But First a Word From Our SponsorA worried viewer urges advertisers to boycott FYI for an upcoming piece Murphy has on sex education. Murphy flies out to keep the one sponsor they have for the controversial show.
Frank's Appendectomy
E23
Frank's AppendectomyThe pranks Murphy and Frank play on each other become more elaborate and annoying to their friends. When one embrasses the FYI show, it looks like Miles will get fired for letting things get out of hand. Murphy and Frank try frantically to save his job.
Fax or Fiction
E24
Fax or FictionMiles receives an anonymous love letter but doesn't know how to respond so Murphy plays Cyrano and writes a response. When an intriguing reply comes over the fax the deception continues, with Murphy becoming fascinated with the other writer. A meeting is arranged with everyone in for a surprise.
The Bitch's Back
E25
The Bitch's BackMiles is stressed with Jim vacationing so he institutes relaxation exercises for everyone. Murphy approaches it unwilling and is furious when she is hospitalized with a back injury. Everyone must deal with her temper while still putting on a show.
Going to the Chapel (1)
E26
Going to the Chapel (1)When a ""geek"" from her high school days comes to Washington, Corky's mother & his mother arrange to have them get together. They meet, fall in love, and within two weeks announce their plans to get married. Corky runs out into the night with Eldin, when she thinks that maybe she hasn't really experienced life.
Going to the Chapel (2)
E27
Going to the Chapel (2)Upon returning, Corky decides to go ahead with the wedding, but the event is marred by even more last minute indecision, and then Murphy brings out the ""soul.""