---
title: "Great News"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/great-news-2017"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 71209
imdb_id: "tt4955480"
status: "Canceled"
seasons_count: 2
episodes_count: 23
runtime_minutes: 22
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 85
content_rating: "TV-PG"
---

# Great News (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/great-news-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The television series "Great News" is a comedy that follows the story of a mother and daughter who work in the same industry. The show revolves around their relationship and the challenges that come with working together. The mother, who hails from New Jersey, lands an internship at the same television station where her daughter is employed. This development puts their relationship to the test as they navigate their professional and personal dynamics. The series explores the complexities of their relationship and the humorous situations that arise from their shared workplace. The show delves into the challenges of working with family members and the impact it has on their personal and professional lives.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A mother begins an internship at her daughter's workplace, creating tension in their professional and personal relationship."

### Why Watch
- features a mother-daughter dynamic
- set in a television news environment

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited to two seasons
- Tone & Suitability: The series is rated TV-PG or TV-14 depending on the source.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: sitcom, comedic, workplace

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Filler vs. Essential Episode Classifier

- **Total Tracked Episodes**: 23
- **Crucial Mytharc Episodes**: 4 (17%)
- **Character Core Episodes**: 19 (83%)
- **Side Quest / Filler Episodes**: 0 (0%)

## Creative Credits

- **Created by**: Tracey Wigfield
- **Networks / Studios**: NBC

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Briga Heelan** as *Katie*
- **Andrea Martin** as *Carol*
- **Adam Campbell** as *Greg*
- **Nicole Richie** as *Portia*
- **John Michael Higgins** as *Chuck*
- **Horatio Sanz** as *Justin*
- **Tracey Wigfield** as *Beth*
- **Brad Morris** as *Gene*
- **Sheaun McKinney** as *Wayne*
- **Vicki Lawrence** as *Angie*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is the premise of Great News?
A New Jersey mother accepts an internship at the television station where her daughter is employed.

### Q: Who created the show?
The series was created and written by Tracey Wigfield.

### Q: When did the series air?
The show premiered on NBC in 2017 and ran until 2018.

### Q: How many seasons are there?
The series consists of two seasons.

### Q: Who were the executive producers?
Tracey Wigfield, Tina Fey, Robert Carlock, and David Miner served as executive producers.

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