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Murphy Brown

TV1988 – 199810 seasons247 episodes eps
CBS#75Comedy#374
TV Rank
May 19, 2026
#1,241
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Buzz Score
May 19, 2026
0.4
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Murphy Brown

Murphy Brown is an American television sitcom that aired from 1988 to 1998. The show revolves around the life of Murphy Brown, a tough and tenacious investigative journalist and news anchor. Known for its sharp wit and satirical take on current events, Murphy Brown tackles various social and political issues in each episode. The series gained popularity for its intelligent writing and talented ensemble cast, featuring Candice Bergen in the titular role. With its blend of humor and social commentary, Murphy Brown remains a beloved and influential sitcom in television history.

Status
Ended
First aired
1988
Last aired
1998
Seasons
10
Episodes
247
Runtime
24 min
Rating
TV-PG
Rankings
#1,241All TV#75CBS#374Comedy
Links
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Daily update · May 19, 2026

Murphy Brown ranks #1,241 most popular TV show with a Buzz Score of 0.4. It peaked at #2,233 of all time (Sep 7 – Oct 6, 2024). It ranks #1,251 over the past 365 days.

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Ranks on May 19, 2026

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#1,241
TV
#75
CBS
#374
Comedy

Ranking History

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Peak Buzz Score
1.1
#2,233Overall rank
Sep 7 – Oct 6, 2024
1-Year Buzz Score
0.5
#1,251Overall rank
Last 365 days
Days at #1
0
Past 365 days
Days in Top 10
0
Past 365 days
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533
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Elizabeth Taylor
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7.2
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5.9
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5.0
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4.2
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