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Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip

Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
★ 7.5/10•2006•42m•12•Comedy•Drama
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A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.

StatusEnded
Runtime42m
LanguageEN
First Air DateSep 18, 2006

Episodes

Episode 1 - PilotE145m

Pilot

When the Executive Producer of sketch show 'Studio 60' has an on-air meltdown, new network president Jordan McDeere hires Danny Tripp and Matt Albie to replace him and save the show.

Sep 18, 2006

Episode 2 - The Cold OpenE243m

The Cold Open

Now that they're on board, Matt and Danny try not to crumble under the pressure of putting on their first big show, where the stakes are outrageously high. Also high are the number of complaints the network is getting over the "Crazy Christians" sketch, which Jordan defends to Jack.

Sep 25, 2006

Episode 3 - The Focus GroupE342m

The Focus Group

A scare is sent through the company by a focus group that Matt and Danny's first show rating success might not carry on during the rest of the season.

Oct 2, 2006

Episode 4 - The West Coast DelayE441m

The West Coast Delay

Matt fabricates a response to a gift sent by one of Harriet's fans while the show attempts to recover from 90 seconds of questionable material. An article about the show is approved by Jordan.

Oct 9, 2006

Episode 5 - The Long Lead StoryE543m

The Long Lead Story

During cast rehearsals with Lauren Graham and Sting, a reporter attempts to get the real story on Matt and Harriet. Meanwhile Jordan passes on a tasteless new reality series.

Oct 16, 2006

Episode 6 - The Wrap PartyE643m

The Wrap Party

A drunken Jordan makes friends with the cast during an after-show party, Danny tries to get Matt's mind off Harriet with the help of three sexy women, Simon makes a plea to hire more black writers and Cal deals with a mysterious man backstage.

Oct 23, 2006

Episode 7 - Nevada Day (1)E742m

Nevada Day (1)

Studio 60 staff must travel to Nevada to free Tom from jail in time for the show. Meanwhile, a judge who doesn't care for the show complicates matters.

Nov 6, 2006

Episode 8 - Nevada Day (2)E842m

Nevada Day (2)

Jack pleads with the local Nevada judge to free Tom so he can make it back to the Friday night show. Meanwhile, tension heats up between Matt and Harriet on the set.

Nov 13, 2006

Episode 9 - The Option PeriodE941m

The Option Period

Word of Ricky and Ron planning to leave the show along with the writing staff causes trouble at Studio 60. Meanwhile, Harriet considers doing a sexy lingerie spread in a magazine and Jordan and Danny wrestle with pending budget cuts.

Nov 20, 2006

Episode 10 - B-12E1042m

B-12

A virus threatens the staff while Matt has to cope with a reduced writing staff. Jordan tells Danny a little secret which could affect the whole NBS network.

Nov 27, 2006

Episode 11 - The Christmas ShowE1143m

The Christmas Show

With a holiday show on the horizon, Matt is determined to bring the Christmas spirit to Studio 60. Which works romantic wonders for him. Meanwhile, Danny has to confront his true feelings for Jordan.

Dec 4, 2006

Episode 12 - MondayE1241m

Monday

Danny continues his pursuit of Jordan while Matt competes on an online bid for a date with Harriet. Jack and Wilson must deal with their pending situation about Macau, while Jordan meets with Hallie Gallway regarding a new reality show pitch.

Jan 22, 2007

Episode 13 - The Harriet Dinner (1)E1341m

The Harriet Dinner (1)

Danny and Jordan cannot get down from the roof of the theater; staff members attend a dinner honoring Harriet; Harriet and Matt's relationship begins to unravel.

Jan 29, 2007

Episode 14 - The Harriet Dinner (2)E1444m

The Harriet Dinner (2)

Danny and Jordan cannot get down from the roof of the theater; staff members attend a dinner honoring Harriet; Harriet and Matt's relationship begins to unravel.

Feb 5, 2007

Episode 15 - The Friday Night SlaughterE1544m

The Friday Night Slaughter

Matt takes a stroll down memory lane and recalls how he met Harriet.

Feb 12, 2007

Episode 16 - 4 a.m. MiracleE1641m

4 a.m. Miracle

Matt is stuck on a Wednesday night with writer's block and also has to contend with a young lawyer who's investigating a sexual harassment claim while Harriet continues shooting her movie. In addition, Jordan and Danny enter into a contest to see who'd make the better parent.

Feb 19, 2007

Episode 17 - The Disaster ShowE1736m

The Disaster Show

Allison Janney, as herself, is the guest host of a show that goes haywire when the propmasters and cue card workers stage a last minute wildcat strike.

May 24, 2007

Episode 18 - Breaking NewsE1842m

Breaking News

During a live show, Jordan has problems with her pregnancy while an even bigger problem is in store for Tom. Meanwhile, Matt's rampant pill use is discovered by a member of staff.

May 31, 2007

Episode 19 - K&R (1)E1941m

K&R (1)

Jordan is rushed into surgery as the situation with Tom's brother grows more grim.

Jun 7, 2007

Episode 20 - K&R (2)E2039m

K&R (2)

Tom's Brother is still captive; Simon talks to the press; the lawyer talks to the ransom liaisons. Matt flashes back to 9/11 censorship. Jordan has her baby.

Jun 14, 2007

Episode 21 - K&R (3)E2141m

K&R (3)

The long day's journey into night continues as we learn more, in flashback, about how Matt and Danny came to be fired. Jack tries to convince Simon to apologize for his statement to the press. Matt continues to explore paying a ransom to free Tom’s brother over the objections of Captain Boyle. Harriet sits with and act as a distraction for Danny who is keeping vigil for Jordan at the hospital.

Jun 21, 2007

Episode 22 - What Kind of Day Has It BeenE2244m

What Kind of Day Has It Been

Danny, Jordan, Tom, and Simon's long day finally comes to an end. Meanwhile, Matt and Harriet have a new start in their relationship.

Jun 28, 2007

Actors

Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry

Matt Albie

Amanda Peet

Amanda Peet

Jordan McDeere

Bradley Whitford

Bradley Whitford

Danny Tripp

Steven Weber

Steven Weber

Jack Rudolph

D.L. Hughley

D.L. Hughley

Simon Stiles

Sarah Paulson

Sarah Paulson

Harriet Hayes

Nate Corddry

Nate Corddry

Tom Jeter

Timothy Busfield

Timothy Busfield

Cal Shanley

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