LateLine
This sitcom on NBC stars Al Franken as Al Freundlich, a vain reporter for the fictional news program "Lateline." Robert Foxworth stars as Pearce McKenzie, the anchor of "Lateline." Vic Karp is the show's executive producer. This spoof of "Nightline" showcases numerous real life politicians, and real Washington bigwigs.
- 1998-1999
- 3 seasons
- NBC
- Comedy
This sitcom on NBC stars Al Franken as Al Freundlich, a vain reporter for the fictional news program "Lateline." Robert Foxworth stars as Pearce McKenzie, the anchor of "Lateline." Vic Karp is the show's executive producer. This spoof of "Nightline" showcases numerous real life politicians, and real Washington bigwigs.
Season 3 Episode Guide
4 Episodes 1999
Episode 1
The Seventh Plague
Al is invited to have a part in a movie called The Seventh Plague. However, he begins to dictate how the filming should be if the director, Rob Reiner, wants it to look realistic.
Episode 4
Error Apparent
Lateline newcomer Ken Pruitt has his eye on Pearce's top anchor spot-until an on-air gaffe causes his career to take a nosedive.
Episode 5
Requiem for a Horse
Sun, Aug 22, 1999
Gale's weekend getaway at Pearce's country house ends on disaster when she accidentally causes the death of his prized horse, Paycheck
Episode 7
The Christian Guy
Mon, Mar 1, 1999
Vic secretly uses Gale to get a story about the Moral Coalition's annual "Road to Victory Celebration" while Al hilariously tries to integrate himself into the throngs participating in the event.
Episode 7
Eine Kleine Office Problem
Pearce demands that Vic hire his new girlfriend, a European socialite, to work on the show despite her obvious lack of talent and everyone's growing animosity towards her.
Episode 8
Mona Moves Up
Sun, Aug 22, 1999
Pearce's assistant Mona finds herself on Washington's A-list after she starts dating his famous financial advisor behind Pearce's back.
Episode 11
The Negotiator
Sun, Aug 22, 1999
When Karp convinces Briana, Lateline's talent booker. to date an infamous and sleazy sports agent, Briana uses the situation to both her personal and professional advantage.