Murphy Brown (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Series · ★ 6.4
Released in 1988, Murphy Brown is a comedy series.
What it’s about. Murphy Brown (Candice Bergen) is a recovering alcoholic who returns to the fictional newsmagazine FYI for the first time following a stay at the Betty Ford Clinic residential treatment center. Over 40 and single, she is sharp tongued and hard as nails. In her profession, she is considered one of the boys, having shattered many glass ceilings encountered during her career. Dominating the FYI news magazine, she is portrayed as one of America's hardest-hitting (though not the warmest or more sympathetic) media personalities.
Who’s in it. Murphy Brown stars Candice Bergen as Murphy Brown, Faith Ford as Corky Sherwood, Joe Regalbuto as Frank Fontana and Charles Kimbrough as Jim Dial, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Murphy Brown has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murphy Brown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murphy Brown tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murphy Brown (1988)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murphy Brown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murphy Brown worth watching?
- Murphy Brown holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murphy Brown?
- Murphy Brown stars Candice Bergen, Faith Ford, Joe Regalbuto, Charles Kimbrough and Lily Tomlin.
- When was Murphy Brown released?
- Murphy Brown was released in 1988.