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Premiered

Tuesday, April 25, 2017

Ended: Tuesday, May 23, 2017

When does Great News Season 1 come out?

Great News Season 1 premiered Tuesday, April 25, 2017 on NBC and ended Tuesday, May 23, 2017. The season has 10 episodes.

A TV news producer's ambitions take an awkward turn when her mother rejoins the workforce and snags a job as the station's newest intern.

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Great News Season 1 release schedule

Great News Season 1 episode release dates
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1. Pilot

Katie, a frustrated cable news producer, is horrified when her mom, Carol, gets an internship at "The Breakdown." Despite Katie's best efforts, Carol is instantly beloved by the entire office, including blowhard veteran anchor Chuck. But when Katie hits a roadblock while producing a big story, she realizes that maybe having a mom at work isn't such a bad thing.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

2. Bear Attack

Katie tries to set workplace boundaries with Carol, but when a big story about an escaped bear lands in her lap, her mom can't help but meddle. Meanwhile, Greg tries to get Chuck and Portia to do a little friendly banter at the end of the show.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

3. Chuck Pierce Is Blind

Chuck is having cataract surgery and, for the first time ever, must miss a day of work. Carol, eager to shirk her overwhelming intern duties, offers to take care of him. Meanwhile, Katie is excited for a peaceful day but with Chuck gone, Greg is reluctant to be the bad guy. As a result, "The Breakdown" descends into chaos as Greg is forced to say yes to Portia, Justin and everyone else's "great ideas for the show."

Tuesday · 9 years ago

4. War Is Hell

Katie's secret war reporter boyfriend, Trip, is back in town and working at the MMN offices. Despite Katie's best efforts, Carol quickly uncovers the covert relationship using a plan she stole from "Days of Our Lives". Meanwhile, Chuck, feeling threatened by Trip, is determined to return to the field. Greg and Justin support the idea until they find footage of Chuck's time as a war reporter in the '90s.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

5. Snowmageddon of the Century

A huge snowstorm traps everyone in the building overnight. Meanwhile, Portia convinces Katie that Chuck's romantically interested in her; and Carol saves the day when she breaks into the offices of their competitor and steals all the morning show's wine.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

6. Serial Arsonist

Katie gets an opportunity to appear on the air after a field reporter is exposed as an arsonist, leading Carol to embrace the role of stage mom. Meanwhile, Chuck tries to compose a new theme song for the show after growing jealous of Portia's creative pursuits.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

7. The Red Door

Carol is excited when Chuck asks her to wait for the cable guy at his townhouse, until Chuck gives an ominous warning that tests her curiosity. Meanwhile, Portia's phone gets hacked and Katie struggles not to read her private emails.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

8. Celebrity Hacking Scandal

Katie secretly investigates a celebrity phone hacking ring behind Greg's back. In Katie's absence, Carol falls into producing a piece on her favorite phone game, "Biscuit Blitz." Meanwhile, Chuck gets in hot water when Portia accuses him of mansplaining.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

9. Carol Has a Bully

Carol has a midterm she must pass in order to keep her internship. Katie needs to choose between helping her mom and focusing on her hacking story, which she can't seem to crack. Meanwhile, Greg's wealthy estranged grandmother pays a visit to the office. Chuck finds her cold and cruel, but almost immediately falls in love with her.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

10. Carol's Eleven Finale

Katie makes a huge discovery about the story she's been chasing and, with the help of Carol and the rest of the staff, concocts a scheme to get the story out. Greg struggles with balancing his conflicting loyalties to his family, co-workers and conscience.

Tuesday · 9 years ago

Great News Season 1 guest stars

  • Tracey Wigfield

    Tracey Wigfield

    Beth

  • Brad Morris

    Brad Morris

    Gene

  • Sheaun McKinney

    Sheaun McKinney

    Wayne

  • Vicki Lawrence

    Vicki Lawrence

    Angie

  • John Ellison Conlee

    John Ellison Conlee

    Father Kevin

  • Sean Donnelly

    Sean Donnelly

    Cameraman

  • Rick Crom

    Rick Crom

    Dave

  • Olivia Oguma

    Olivia Oguma

    PA

  • Cameron Sanders

    Cameron Sanders

    Intern

  • Suni Reyes

    Suni Reyes

    Not Brenda

  • Sarah Baker

    Sarah Baker

    Joyce

  • Stewart Skelton

    Stewart Skelton

    Dave

  • Adam Countee

    Adam Countee

    Chip

  • Dave Hill

    Dave Hill

    Chet

  • Nicole Dele

    Nicole Dele

    Assignment PA

  • Frank Pacheco

    Frank Pacheco

    Cop

Great News Season 1 FAQ

When does Great News Season 1 come out?

Great News Season 1 premiered Tuesday, April 25, 2017 on NBC.

How many episodes are in Great News Season 1?

Great News Season 1 has 10 episodes.

Are new episodes of Great News Season 1 released weekly?

New episodes are released weekly.

When is the Great News Season 1 finale?

The Great News Season 1 finale (Episode 10) aired Tuesday, May 23, 2017.

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