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| Newsreaders | |
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| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No. of seasons | 2 |
| No. of episodes | 24 |
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| Camera setup | Single camera |
| Running time | 11 minutes |
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| Original release | |
| Network | Adult Swim |
| Release | January 17, 2013 – February 13, 2015 |
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| Childrens Hospital | |
Newsreaders is an American television comedy that aired on Cartoon Network's late night programming block Adult Swim. Newsreaders is a spin-off of Childrens Hospital, presented as the fictional television news magazine program Newsreaders. The series premiered January 17, 2013 and ended on February 13, 2015, with a total of 24 episodes over the course of two seasons.
Cast
[edit]Hosts
[edit]- Mather Zickel as Louis LaFonda (season 1)
- Alan Tudyk as Reagan Biscayne (season 2)
Correspondents
[edit]- Dannah Phirman as Narge Hemingway
- Beth Dover as Sadee Deenus
- Alison Becker as Xandra Dent
- Kumail Nanjiani as Amir Larussa
- Randall Park as Clavis Kim (season 2)
Commentator
[edit]- Ray Wise as Skip Reming
- David Wain as Jim Davidson (season 2)
Episodes
[edit]Series overview
[edit]| Season | Episodes | Originally aired | ||
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| 1 | 10 | January 17, 2013 | March 21, 2013 | |
| 2 | 14 | October 23, 2014 | February 13, 2015 | |
Season 1 (2013)
[edit]| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | Prod. code | US viewers (millions) |
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| 1 | 1 | "Auto Erotic" | Jim Margolis | Jim Margolis | January 17, 2013 | 104 | 1.51[1] |
| 2 | 2 | "Hedge Fun" | Jim Margolis | Rachel Axler | January 24, 2013 | 109 | 1.59[2] |
| 3 | 3 | "Hair Razing" | Rhys Thomas | Jim Margolis | January 31, 2013 | 102 | 1.61[3] |
| 4 | 4 | "CCSI/Boston" | Joe Burke Rhys Thomas | Paul Scheer Rob Corddry & Jason Reich | February 7, 2013 | 107 | 1.53[4] |
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Guest stars: Katie Aselton, Garret Dillahunt, Patrick Fischler, Dennis Haysbert, Kerri Kenney, Joey McIntyre, Dan Rather | |||||||
| 5 | 5 | "Gay Camp" | Osmany Rodriguez & Matt Villines | Michael Showalter | February 14, 2013 | 108 | 1.61[5] |
| 6 | 6 | "Fit Town, Fat Town" | Joe Burke | Jim Margolis | February 21, 2013 | 103 | 1.66[6] |
| 7 | 7 | "Unborn Again" | Joe Burke | Jim Margolis | February 28, 2013 | 105 | 1.45[7] |
| 8 | 8 | "31-Up" | Rhys Thomas | Jonathan Stern | March 7, 2013 | 106 | 1.60[8] |
| 9 | 9 | "Epic Fail" | Osmany Rodriguez & Matt Villines | Rob Corddry & Jason Reich John Aboud & Michael Colton | March 14, 2013 | 101 | 1.60[9] |
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Skip Reming reports on airport security after 9/11, and Xandra Dent investigates the real intentions of hospital machines. Guest star: Neil Flynn | |||||||
| 10 | 10 | "Jr. Newsreaders" | Osmany Rodriguez & Matt Villines | Wyatt Cenac | March 21, 2013 | 110 | 1.49[10] |
Season 2 (2014–15)
[edit]Guest appearances in season two include Randall Park (as correspondent Clavis Kim), Billy Ray Cyrus, Malin Åkerman, Rob Huebel (as fictional Childrens Hospital star Rob Heubel), Rob Riggle, Martin Starr, James Urbaniak, Tom Lennon, Danny Pudi, Scott Adsit, Jenna Fischer, Mel Cowan, Ryan Hansen, Marc Evan Jackson, Steve Little, Harold Perrineau, the Sklar Brothers, David Wain, and David Hasselhoff.[11][12]
| No. overall | No. in season | Title | Directed by | Written by | Original release date | |
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| 11 | 1 | "F-Dancing, Are You Decent?" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Kevin Kataoka and Jim Margolis | October 23, 2014 | |
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Amir LaRussa looks at a new dance trend that has school officials threatening to cancel the prom. And are you a racist? Clavis Kim answers that question. Guest star: David Hasselhoff[11] | ||||||
| 12 | 2 | "Motorboating Dads; The Negative $100,000 Question" | Alex Fernie and Paul Scheer | Sam Sklaver and Tim Neenan | October 30, 2014 | |
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Sadee Deenus looks at a controversial new parenting trend and Reagan Biscayne exposes the dirty secrets of television game shows. Guest stars: Marc Evan Jackson; Rob Huebel; David Krumholtz; Jay Thomas | ||||||
| 13 | 3 | "The Journey of an iPhone; Restaurant Plague" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Rob Corddry and Kevin Kataoka | November 6, 2014 | |
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Xandra Dent traces the path the iPhone takes from mines to your pocket and Amir LaRussa reports on a hot new kind of theme restaurant. Guest stars: Matthew Atkinson; Jerry Minor; Tim de Zarn | ||||||
| 14 | 4 | "Roswell, New Mexico; Skip Goes to a Wedding" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Tim Neenan and Sam Sklaver | November 20, 2014 | |
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Sadee Deenus travels to the alien capital of the world and finds some surprises. Skip Reming goes to a wedding and also finds some surprises. Guest stars: John Ross Bowie; Brian Huskey; Seth Morris | ||||||
| 15 | 5 | "Headless Football Player; Identity Thief" | Alex Fernie and Paul Scheer | Jim Margolis and William Savage | November 27, 2014 | |
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Reagan Biscayne profiles a young athlete who overcame a rare disability to realize his dream, and Sadee Deenus meets an identity thief with a thick Russian accent and a huge problem. Guest stars: Craig Cackowski; Jon Daly | ||||||
| 16 | 6 | "Go Nadz; Talkin' News" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Sam Sklaver | December 4, 2014 | |
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Narge Hemingway investigates a controversy in the competitive world of car genitalia. Skip Reming and Rob Riggle chat with Childrens Hospitals' Ingrid Hagerstown. Guest stars: Rob Riggle; Malin Åkerman; Dave Holmes | ||||||
| 17 | 7 | "Strip Club Exposé; Long Lost Twins" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Jon Stern and Rob Corddry & Jim Margolis | December 11, 2014 | |
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The news crew go undercover to reveal the truth and lies inside a strip club. Also, lifelong friends discover they're twins who were separated at birth. Guest stars: Diora Baird; Jason Sklar; Randy Sklar | ||||||
| 18 | 8 | "America's Unknown President; Reporter on House Arrest" | Alex Fernie and Jim Margolis | Michael Showalter and Rob Corddry | December 18, 2014 | |
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Reagan Biscayne looks at a new documentary about an American President forgotten by the history books. Also, what happens when a Newsreaders reporter can't leave her house? Guest stars: Thomas Lennon; Billy Ray Cyrus; Martin Starr; Liz Cackowski | ||||||
| 19 | 9 | "A Billionaire Goes to Hell; Sitcom Family" | Alex Fernie and David Wain | Kevin Kataoka & Tim Neenan and Rachel Axler | January 9, 2015 | |
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Take a look at billionaire adventurer Reese Ballard's latest improbable quest and then go behind the scenes with America's favorite sitcom family, "The Jordans." Guest stars: Ryan Hansen; Michael McDonald | ||||||
| 20 | 10 | "Band Names-R-Us; Put Me in Coach" | Jim Margolis and Paul Scheer | Rob Corddry & Jim Margolis and Sam Sklaver | January 16, 2015 | |
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Clavis Kim explores the lucrative world of coming up with names for rock bands. Sadee Deenus profiles a football coach who is revolutionizing his sport. Guest stars: David Hasselhoff; Ian Roberts; Howard Kremer; Armen Weitzman | ||||||
| 21 | 11 | "How the Sausage Is Made; Lottery Winners Lose" | Alex Fernie and Paul Scheer | William Savage and Lauren Caltagirone | January 23, 2015 | |
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Xandra Dent explores a company that is revolutionizing how sausage is made and Reagan Biscayne meets a lottery winner who makes him really, really angry. Guest stars: Danny Pudi; Kurt Braunohler; Steve Little | ||||||
| 22 | 12 | "Jellyfish Sting Clinic; David Hasselhoff" | Jim Margolis | Rob Corddry and Jim Margolis | January 30, 2015 | |
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In a Newsreaders exclusive, Amir LaRussa meets a doctor who is employing unorthodox methods to treat jellyfish stings and bites. Also, David Hasslehoff tells salacious tales from the set of Knight Rider. Guest stars: David Hasselhoff; Rhys Darby | ||||||
| 23 | 13 | "The FMK Killer; Newsreaders: Behind the Scenes" | Alex Fernie and Paul Scheer | Tim Neenan and Sam Sklaver | February 6, 2015 | |
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The first-ever interview with a controversial serial killer and the FBI agents who caught him. Also, a behind-the-scenes look at how popular newsmagazine Newsreaders is made. Guest stars: James Urbaniak; Jenna Fischer; Scott Adsit | ||||||
| 24 | 14 | "Creepiest Man Alive, Bomb Sniffing Dogs" | Alex Fernie and Paul Scheer | Tim Neenan and Matt Kriete & Andrew Fleming | February 13, 2015 | |
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A behind-the-scenes look at how People of Interest magazine puts together the "Creepiest Man Alive" issue. Also, how dogs are keeping Americans safe. Guest stars: Dan Bakkedahl, Timm Sharp | ||||||
References
[edit]- ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (January 18, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: NBA Basketball Wins Night + 'Buckwild', 'Suits', 'Oprah's Next Chapter', 'Archer' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on January 21, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
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- ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (February 1, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Buckwild' Wins Again, + 'Archer', 'Suits', 'The Daily Show', 'King of the Nerds' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on February 4, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Bibel, Sara (February 8, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings:'Buckwild' Wins Night, 'Suits', 'Archer', 'Impractical Jokers', 'King of the Nerds' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on February 9, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (February 15, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Beats NBA Basketball + 'Suits', 'Big Rig Bounty Hunters', 'Impractical Jokers' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on February 18, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Bibel, Sara (February 22, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Wins Night, 'Archer', 'Suits', 'Impractical Jokers','King of the Nerds', 'Project Runway' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on February 26, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 1, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Wins Night + 'Archer', NBA Basketball, 'Big Rig Bounty Hunters' 'King of the Nerds' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on March 4, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Bibel, Sara (March 8, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Wins Night, NBA Basketball, 'Archer', 'Project Runway', 'Ridiculousness', 'Anger Management', 'King of the Nerds' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on March 12, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Kondolojy, Amanda (March 15, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Wins Night + 'Big Rig Bounty Hunters', 'Ridiculousness', 'Archer' NBA Basketball & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on March 18, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ Bibel, Sara (March 22, 2013). "Thursday Cable Ratings: 'Swamp People' Wins Night,'NCAA basketball tournament', 'Archer', 'Ridiculousness', 'Project Runway' & More". Zap2it. Archived from the original on March 24, 2013. Retrieved March 23, 2013.
- ^ a b "Newsreaders goes hard in season two — like, really hard". Turner Press Site. September 22, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
- ^ Newsreaders - Season 2 Trailer. IGN (Trailer). September 30, 2014. Archived from the original on October 1, 2014. Retrieved October 3, 2014.
External links
[edit]- Newsreaders at IMDb
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Newsreaders
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Overview
Premise
Newsreaders is a satirical television series that parodies the format of network news magazines such as 20/20 and 60 Minutes, presenting itself as a fictional news magazine program called Newsreaders.[3][4] The show centers on the absurd behind-the-scenes antics of its anchors and reporters, who navigate a chaotic newsroom environment marked by incompetence, ethical lapses, and a relentless pursuit of sensationalism over factual accuracy.[4][5] This premise highlights the triviality and exaggeration inherent in modern journalism, often featuring investigative reports on outlandish, inconsequential stories like "sex vans" or celebrity scandals that reveal little substance.[4][5] As a spin-off from the Adult Swim series Childrens Hospital, Newsreaders originated from parody segments within that show's second and third seasons, expanding into its own standalone production while retaining a mockumentary-adjacent style of humor that blends deadpan delivery with escalating absurdity.[6][3] The central theme revolves around the news team's obsession with ratings and viewer engagement, frequently leading to botched stories, interpersonal rivalries, and comically inept fieldwork that underscores the superficiality of cable news operations.[4] Episodes are structured around faux news segments, allowing the satire to unfold through self-contained vignettes that mimic the polished yet formulaic presentation of real broadcast journalism.[3][1] The series employs this framework to critique the sensationalist tendencies of the media industry, portraying reporters who prioritize dramatic flair and personal agendas over journalistic integrity, often resulting in hilariously misguided outcomes.[5][6] By focusing on a fictional network's internal dysfunctions, Newsreaders delivers a pointed commentary on how news organizations can devolve into entertainment-driven enterprises, detached from meaningful reporting.[4][3]Format and style
Newsreaders adopts a quarter-hour format typical of Adult Swim's late-night programming, with each episode lasting approximately 11 minutes and structured as a series of short segments mimicking a television news magazine broadcast.[7][8] This concise runtime allows for rapid-fire delivery of absurd stories, often divided into a primary investigative piece followed by a closing commentary segment, evoking shows like 60 Minutes or Dateline but twisted into comedy.[9][10] The production utilizes a single-camera setup to achieve a mockumentary aesthetic, presenting scripted sketches as if captured in a real news environment with a documentary-like intimacy.[11][12] Episodes incorporate elements such as fake commercials for comedic interruptions, on-screen chyrons displaying exaggerated labels and tickers, and sudden breaking news alerts that disrupt the flow, all enhancing the parody of broadcast news conventions.[9] Stylistic parody extends to over-the-top graphics with brassy intros, sensational headlines that amplify trivial or bizarre topics, and recurring host asides that underscore the inanity of journalistic pomp.[9] These techniques prioritize conceptual satire over plot depth, using warped premises and non sequiturs to lampoon media sensationalism.[9] The series produced 10 episodes in its first season and 14 in the second, maintaining the under-15-minute length throughout to fit Adult Swim's block scheduling.[13] This structure supports the show's focus on the structural absurdities of news formatting, briefly referencing broader satirical themes of media exaggeration.[9]Cast and characters
Main cast
The main cast of Newsreaders centers on the fictional news team's anchors and correspondents, delivering satirical takes on broadcast journalism through exaggerated personas and absurd scenarios. Ray Wise portrays Skip Reming, the veteran lead anchor depicted as an authoritative, elderly commentator in his 80s, inspired by figures like Andy Rooney, who delivers grumpy, unhinged rants on trivial topics while maintaining a veneer of journalistic gravitas.[14] Wise's casting drew from the creators' admiration for his dramatic work in Twin Peaks, leveraging his ability to shift into comedic satire for the role's ego-driven edge, where Reming's decisions often stem from personal biases and a desire for on-air dominance.[14] Mather Zickel plays Louis LaFonda, the slick lead anchor in season 1, whose polished delivery masks incompetent reporting and self-serving antics, parodying charismatic news hosts.[1] Zickel's prior role in Childrens Hospital influenced his casting for the show's interconnected universe. Alan Tudyk portrays Reagan Biscayne in season 2, the eccentric field reporter whose over-the-top investigations often veer into the ridiculous, reflecting the show's parody of sensationalist journalism.[1] Tudyk's casting emphasized his versatility in quirky roles, adding to the team's interpersonal tensions through Biscayne's impulsive on-location antics.[15] David Wain appears as Jim Davidson in season 2, the bumbling executive producer whose misguided directives exacerbate the newsroom's chaos, contributing to the satirical critique of media management. Wain's involvement as a creator informed his on-screen role, blending meta-humor with dysfunctional leadership. These characters' backstories emphasize ego clashes—such as Reming's domineering style—and collaborative mishaps that drive the satirical narrative across seasons.[2]Recurring and guest stars
The recurring cast of Newsreaders featured supporting characters who embodied the show's satirical take on newsroom dysfunction, often appearing as quirky correspondents or staff with exaggerated personalities across multiple episodes. Alison Becker plays Xandra Dent, the co-anchor whose deadpan delivery contrasts the lead anchors' bombast, providing straight-faced reactions to bizarre field reports while amplifying tabloid-style parody.[1] Becker was selected for her improvisational background and timing honed in shows like Parks and Recreation, allowing her to embody Dent's unflappable professionalism amid chaos.[2] Dent's interactions highlight core team dynamics, including subtle power struggles.[5] Beth Dover portrays Sadee Deenus, the no-nonsense producer who manages the anchors' egos and coordinates the chaotic broadcasts, her role amplifying the group's underlying rivalries and reluctant teamwork.[1] Dannah Feinglass Phirman plays Narge Hemingway, a no-nonsense producer with a penchant for deadpan commentary on the chaos around her, contributing to the ensemble's ongoing humor in various segments. Kumail Nanjiani appears as Amir LaRussa, the hapless field correspondent whose misadventures in gadget reviews and on-location reporting highlight the absurdity of journalism, appearing in multiple episodes across both seasons.[1] Randall Park recurs as Clavis Kim, a bumbling correspondent in three season 2 episodes, whose segments exaggerated stereotypes in broadcast diversity efforts. Guest stars were integral to Newsreaders' comedic formula, frequently portraying exaggerated versions of themselves or fictional archetypes in news contexts to heighten the satire on celebrity culture and media sensationalism. In Season 2, high-profile appearances became more prominent to inject variety and boost the show's mockumentary energy, with guests often lampooning their public personas through absurd news segments. David Hasselhoff guest-starred as himself in the episode "Jellyfish Sting Clinic," where he delivered a mock confessional interview, poking fun at celebrity tell-alls and treatment fads.[16] Jenna Fischer appeared as Kelly, a fictional producer in "The FMK Killer; Newsreaders: Behind the Scenes," satirizing the behind-the-curtain drama of news production.[17] Other notable guests included Billy Ray Cyrus as a country singer-turned-news figure, Malin Åkerman in a glamorous anchor parody, Rob Huebel reprising a Childrens Hospital crossover role, Danny Pudi as a quirky expert, and Rob Riggle in a bombastic on-air stunt, each enhancing the episodic humor by blending fame with journalistic farce.[18][19] These cameos, drawn from comedy and entertainment circles, amplified the show's critique of how celebrities distort serious reporting, with Season 2 featuring over a dozen such appearances to maintain fresh satirical bite.[3]Production
Development and creation
Newsreaders was developed as a spin-off from the Adult Swim series Childrens Hospital, which had been created by Rob Corddry, Jonathan Stern, and David Wain.[3] The concept drew from the character Louis La Fonda, a fictional news anchor originally introduced in David Wain's 2007 comedy film The Ten and later featured in profiling segments within seasons 2 through 4 of Childrens Hospital.[20] These segments parodied television news magazines, setting the stage for the standalone series.[3] In early 2012, the project was pitched to Adult Swim and greenlit in May of that year, aligning with the network's emphasis on absurd, satirical comedies like its parent show.[6] Jim Margolis, a former co-executive producer on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, was brought on as showrunner to oversee development and writing.[6] Corddry, as an executive producer, played a key role in maintaining the irreverent tone established in Childrens Hospital.[21] The initial concept evolved from broader sketch-style ideas embedded in Childrens Hospital to a more focused parody of the news magazine format, emphasizing fictional, outlandish stories.[20] Margolis shaped the narratives, drawing on his background in both satirical news and serious journalism to blend absurdity with mock-serious delivery.[20] By late 2012, the pilot episode was in production, with editing underway for the first season ahead of its January 2013 premiere.[21]Filming and production details
Newsreaders was filmed in Los Angeles, with production handled by Abominable Pictures and Warner Bros. Television Studio 2.0.[22] The series drew on a crew comprising alumni from its predecessor Childrens Hospital, including key figures such as creators Rob Corddry, Jonathan Stern, and David Wain, alongside showrunner Jim Margolis, whose background on The Daily Show and 60 Minutes informed the newsmagazine parody format.[6][23] Operated under Adult Swim's modest funding, the production emphasized low-budget efficiency while delivering high-concept visuals, such as simulated newsroom sets and graphics overlays that mimicked professional broadcasts.[24] The short 11-minute runtime enabled a streamlined episode cycle, with shoots incorporating actor improvisation for intros, outros, and key segments to heighten the absurd humor.[23] In post-production, visual effects artists added news-style graphics and enhancements, contributing to the show's polished satirical edge across its episodes.[25]Broadcast and episodes
Airing history
Newsreaders premiered on the Adult Swim programming block of Cartoon Network on January 17, 2013.[1] The first season aired weekly on Thursdays at midnight ET/PT, consisting of 10 episodes that concluded on March 21, 2013.[26] As part of Adult Swim's late-night lineup targeting adult audiences, the series featured short-form comedy segments in a satirical news magazine format. Following a hiatus of over a year, the second season returned on October 23, 2014, again airing Thursdays at midnight ET/PT.[5] This season expanded to 14 episodes and ran until its finale on February 13, 2015, maintaining the half-hour structure with multiple segments per episode.[27] The extended break between seasons reflected Adult Swim's irregular scheduling for animated and live-action comedies during this period.[28] The series aired exclusively on Adult Swim in the United States, with no noted international syndication or distribution beyond domestic cable broadcast. Newsreaders concluded after two seasons, totaling 24 episodes, as Adult Swim shifted focus to other original programming in 2015.[28]Season 1 (2013)
Season 1 of Newsreaders consists of 10 episodes, each approximately 11 minutes long, focusing on the introduction of the news team and their absurd field reports. The season aired weekly on Thursdays at midnight ET/PT on Adult Swim from January 17 to March 21, 2013.[29]| No. | Title | Air date | Synopsis |
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| 1 | Auto Erotic | January 17, 2013 | Louis La Fonda investigates the rebirth of the American auto industry and uncovers a shocking secret involving "back seat drivers."[30] |
| 2 | Hedge Fun | January 24, 2013 | Amir Larussa reports on the world of hedge funds, highlighting eccentric investors and financial absurdities.[31] |
| 3 | Pubic Hair Crisis | January 31, 2013 | Amir Larussa explores extreme body hair removal trends, encountering bizarre personal stories along the way.[32] |
| 4 | CCSI: Boston | February 7, 2013 | Amir Larussa covers child crime scene investigators in Boston, while Louis La Fonda clashes with local Irish heritage.[33] |
| 5 | Gay Camp | February 14, 2013 | Narge Hemingway visits a summer camp with hidden secrets, struggling to uncover the truth or find romance.[34] |
| 6 | Fit Town, Fat Town | February 21, 2013 | Sadee Deenus profiles a hyper-fit community, but her reporting flaws leave the story unresolved.[35] |
| 7 | Unborn Again | February 28, 2013 | Louis La Fonda examines a father-son feud amid abortion clinic protests, blending family drama with activism.[36] |
| 8 | 31-Up | March 7, 2013 | Sadee Deenus disrupts a quintessential American family during a longitudinal documentary-style report.[37] |
| 9 | Epic Fail | March 14, 2013 | Skip Reming endures chaotic air travel woes, while Xandra Dent interviews robots designed to save or destroy the world.[38] |
| 10 | Jr. Newsreaders | March 21, 2013 | Louis La Fonda profiles a precocious child who launches a superior kid-run news show, upstaging the adult team.[39] |
Season 2 (2014–2015)
Season 2 expands to 14 episodes, aired from October 23, 2014, to February 13, 2015, incorporating more crossover elements from related Adult Swim series and prominent guest appearances, escalating the satirical absurdity.[29]| No. | Title | Air date | Synopsis |
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| 11 | F-Dancing, Are You Decent? | October 23, 2014 | Sadee Deenus examines a provocative parenting trend, while Reagan Biscayne exposes game show scandals. |
| 12 | Motorboating Dads; The Negative $100,000 Question | October 30, 2014 | Reports on thrill-seeking fathers and a game show contestant facing massive debt penalties. |
| 13 | The Journey of an iPhone; Restaurant Plague | November 6, 2014 | Tracking an iPhone's global path and investigating a mysterious outbreak at a dining chain. |
| 14 | Roswell, New Mexico; Skip Goes to a Wedding | November 20, 2014 | Revisiting UFO lore in Roswell alongside Skip Reming's chaotic wedding attendance. |
| 15 | Headless Football Player; Identity Thief | November 27, 2014 | Profiling a tailless athlete's rise and a Russian-accented identity thief's dilemmas. |
| 16 | Go Nadz; Talkin' News | December 4, 2014 | Narge Hemingway probes car customization controversies; Skip Reming interviews Childrens Hospital cast, featuring guest star Malin Åkerman as Ingrid Hagerstown.[40] |
| 17 | Strip Club Exposé; Long Lost Twins | December 11, 2014 | Undercover investigation into a strip club paired with a story of separated-at-birth siblings reuniting. |
| 18 | America's Unknown President; Reporter on House Arrest | December 18, 2014 | Uncovering a forgotten U.S. president and a reporter confined during a scoop. |
| 19 | A Billionaire Goes to Hell; Sitcom Family | January 9, 2015 | A tycoon's infernal journey and the behind-the-scenes chaos of a fictional family sitcom. |
| 20 | Band Names-R-Us; Put Me in Coach | January 16, 2015 | Exploring rock band naming services and a revolutionary football coach's tactics. |
| 21 | How the Sausage Is Made; Lottery Winners Lose | January 23, 2015 | Inside look at sausage production innovations and a lottery winner's rapid downfall, with guest star Danny Pudi. |
| 22 | Jellyfish Sting Clinic; David Hasselhoff | January 30, 2015 | Amir LaRussa visits an unconventional clinic treating jellyfish injuries, plus David Hasselhoff shares Knight Rider anecdotes. |
| 23 | The FMK Killer; Newsreaders: Behind the Scenes | February 6, 2015 | Manhunt for a "Fuck, Marry, Kill" game-inspired killer and a meta look at the show's production. |
| 24 | Creepiest Man Alive; Bomb Sniffing Dogs | February 13, 2015 | Profiling the world's most unsettling individual and the training of explosive-detecting canines. |