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Max Headroom (1987)

TV Series ★ 6.9 60 min

Television networks battle one another in an unrelenting ratings war. Whoever controls the airwaves controls the dystopic world in which they broadcast. So when Network 23's star reporter, Edison Carter, uncovers a deadly secret that could shake up the station's dominion over its viewers, the only option is to eliminate Carter before he can make his story public. After Carter's "accident," his mind is uploaded to create the world's first self-aware, computer-generated TV host — Max Headroom! But will Max bow to his creators? Or will he be the key to his human alter ago bringing down a network superpower?

Annabel Jankel Creator Rocky Morton Creator

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Released
March 31, 1987
Runtime
60 min
Rating
TV-PG
IMDb
tt0092402
Country
United States
Language
English

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Frequently asked questions

What is Max Headroom about?
Television networks battle one another in an unrelenting ratings war. Whoever controls the airwaves controls the dystopic world in which they broadcast. So when Network 23's star reporter, Edison Carter, uncovers a deadly secret that could shake up the station's dominion over its viewers, the only option is to eliminate Carter before he can make his story public. After Carter's "accident," his mind is uploaded to create the world's first self-aware, computer-generated TV host — Max Headroom! But will Max bow to his creators? Or will he be the key to his human alter ago bringing down a network superpower?
Who created Max Headroom?
Max Headroom was created by Annabel Jankel, Rocky Morton.
Who stars in Max Headroom?
Max Headroom stars Matt Frewer, Chris Young, Jeffrey Tambor, William Morgan Sheppard.
When was Max Headroom released?
Max Headroom is a 1987 drama, sci-fi & fantasy series.
Where can I watch Max Headroom?
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