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On the Air (1992–1992) — comedy on ABC
About On the Air
On the Air ended on July 4, 1992. The series aired its final episode on that date on ABC.
On the Air was a comedy series that aired in 1992. It depicted the behind-the-scenes chaos of a live television variety show during the so-called "Golden Age of Television," featuring a cast of eccentric characters created by Mark Frost and David Lynch. The show focused on movie star Lester Guy, who agreed to star in the show in an effort to revive his career, while the network owner’s nephew was tasked with directing the program. The series combined humor with a surreal portrayal of television production, set against a backdrop of bizarre characters and strange situations.
The cast included Miguel Ferrer as Buddy Budwaller, Ian Buchanan as Lester Guy, Nancye Ferguson as Ruth Trueworth, Gary Grossman as Bert Schein, Mel Johnson, Jr. as Mickey, Marvin Kaplan as Dwight McConigle, David L. Lander as Gochktch, and Kim McGuire as Nicole Thorne. The series had a runtime of 30 minutes per episode. It was part of a single season consisting of 7 episodes.
On the Air cast
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Miguel Ferreras Buddy Budwaller -
Ian Buchananas Lester Guy -
Nancye Fergusonas Ruth Trueworth -
Gary Grossmanas Bert Schein -
Mel Johnson, Jr.as Mickey -
Marvin Kaplanas Dwight McConigle -
David L. Landeras Gochktch -
Kim McGuireas Nicole Thorne -
Marla Rubinoffas Betty Hudson -
Tracey Walteras Blinky Watts