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The TV Series You've Been Overlooking

Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of a news broadcast?

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The TV Series You've Been Overlooking
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If you're looking or a show to fill in the gap between seasons of your current obsession, look no further. I have the perfect supplement for you. If you enjoy shows like The Office, you'll love the HBO classic, The Newsroom. You may recognize it from a recent clip that became popular in which a college student asks what makes America the greatest country in the world, and a panelist responds that, contrary to her belief, it is not.

The perfect blend of excitement, history, drama, and comedy. For those of you who love the 'Jim and Pam' or 'Leslie and Ben' office romances that The Office and Parks and Recreation have to offer, get ready to fall in love all over again with quirky, entertaining characters. Follow Jim and Maggie, who become coworkers at a news network and form a fast friendship, as well as Will and Mac, who are thrown back together after suffering through a rocky relationship in the past.

Not only will the romance and quirky characters draw you in, but the show gives a fresh perspective on the media's role in historical events like the oil spill, taking down Bin Laden, and political elections. It also gives viewers a look at the process behind the scenes of the news. Although there are slow days, when something big happens, it can trigger chaos in an attempt to get people the correct information quickly. For that reason, the show is fast-paced and exciting to watch. It keeps its audience intrigued.

The Newsroom was created by Aaron Sorkin, a famous screenwriter, producer, and playwright. Sorkin is known for other hits such as The Social Network, Moneyball, Steve Jobs, and The West Wing. He's known for his witty dialogue and countless successes in the industry.

Along with a well-reputed production team, the show features an all-star cast. It stars Jeff Daniels, Emily Mortimer, Alison Pill, and John Gallagher Jr., along with some more familiar names, like Olivia Munn and Dev Patel. These actors and actresses portray lovable, yet beautifully imperfect characters who do their best to put out the most honest and helpful broadcast possible.

Unfortunately, the brilliant show only lasted three seasons (2012-2014), but that means you won't have to endure the pain that comes with waiting for new seasons.

If you're in a rut waiting for the next season of your favorite show, be sure to give The Newsroom a shot! It will keep you interested and entertained with each episode. To check out the trailer for season one of the show, play the video below:


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