Lou Grant

Lou Grant (1977-1982)

EndedScripted showDrama

Lou Grant, the editor from The Mary Tyler Moore Show, turns serious and moves to LA to work as head editor for a major metropolitan newspaper. In this loose sequel to the popular comedy that takes a turn to the dramatic, Lou takes a bevy of young reporters under his wing and deals with the topical issues of the day.

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EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E24CharlieSep 13, 1982
S05E23VictimsAug 30, 1982
S05E22BeachheadMay 24, 1982
S05E21SuspectMay 17, 1982
S05E20UnthinkableMay 3, 1982
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Lou Grant premiere?

Lou Grant premiered on September 20, 1977.

Who starred as Lou Grant?

Ed Asner starred as Lou Grant, the main character of the show.

What was the show's genre?

Lou Grant was a drama series.

What newspaper did Lou Grant work for?

Lou Grant worked for the fictional Los Angeles Tribune newspaper.

Who was Lou Grant's boss?

Mrs. Pynchon was Lou Grant's boss and the publisher of the newspaper.

What was the focus of the show's storylines?

The show's storylines focused on social issues, investigative journalism, and the personal lives of its characters.

Who played the role of Mrs. Pynchon?

Nancy Marchand played the role of Mrs. Pynchon.

Who played the role of Joe Rossi?

Robert Walden played the role of Joe Rossi.

What was Joe Rossi's job at the newspaper?

Joe Rossi was a reporter at the newspaper.

Who played the role of Billie Newman?

Linda Kelsey played the role of Billie Newman.

What was Billie Newman's job at the newspaper?

Billie Newman was a reporter at the newspaper.

Who played the role of Charlie Hume?

Mason Adams played the role of Charlie Hume.

What was Charlie Hume's job at the newspaper?

Charlie Hume was the city editor at the newspaper.

Did the show ever cross over with other TV shows?

Yes, the show did a crossover episode with the TV show "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" in 1979.

Did Lou Grant ever win any awards?

Yes, Lou Grant won several awards during its run, including four Emmys in its first season.

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