Madman of the People

Madman of the People (1994-1995)

EndedScripted showComedy

Jack "Madman" Buckner is an old-school newspaper editor: he speaks his mind, makes lots of enemies and doesn't sweat the little details. His young boss, however, has some different ideas of how a newspaper should be run and has no intention of putting up with what she sees as Jack's outdated attitude. Worse yet, she's Jack's daughter. They'll have to iron out their professional and family issues if they're going to meet their deadlines.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 21:30 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E16The Madman and the ShowgirlJun 17, 1995
S01E15Anytime, AnywhereJun 10, 1995
S01E14The Pen is Mightier Than the SwordJan 26, 1995
S01E13Truths My Father ToldJan 12, 1995
S01E12Notes from the UndergroundJan 5, 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Madman of the People' from 1994 premiere?

'Madman of the People' premiered on September 24, 1994.

Who played the lead character in 'Madman of the People'?

The lead character in 'Madman of the People' was played by Dabney Coleman.

What was the genre of 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' was a sitcom.

Who created 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' was created by Jerry Devine.

What was the premise of 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' revolved around the life of Jack "Madman" Buckner, a newspaper columnist who finds himself working with his daughter.

Which network aired 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' aired on NBC.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Madman of the People'?

The first season of 'Madman of the People' consisted of 16 episodes.

Who played the role of Jack's daughter in 'Madman of the People'?

The role of Jack's daughter in 'Madman of the People' was played by Cynthia Gibb.

What was the setting of 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' was set in Washington, D.C.

Which famous actor made a guest appearance in 'Madman of the People'?

John Ritter made a guest appearance in 'Madman of the People'.

What was the running time of each episode of 'Madman of the People'?

Each episode of 'Madman of the People' had a running time of approximately 30 minutes.

Who served as the executive producer of 'Madman of the People'?

Bill Persky served as the executive producer of 'Madman of the People'.

Did 'Madman of the People' receive any awards or nominations?

No, 'Madman of the People' did not receive any awards or nominations.

Did 'Madman of the People' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Madman of the People' had a laugh track.

What was the critical reception of 'Madman of the People'?

'Madman of the People' received mixed reviews from critics.

Was 'Madman of the People' renewed for a second season?

No, 'Madman of the People' was not renewed for a second season.

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