Lou Grant 1977
What is Lou Grant?
Lou Grant is an American drama television series that aired on CBS from September 20, 1977, to September 13, 1982. Created by James L.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1977
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 114
- Runtime
- 50 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 20, 1977
- Last aired
- Sep 13, 1982
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- CBS
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
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Lou Grant is an American drama television series that aired on CBS from September 20, 1977, to September 13, 1982. Created by James L. Brooks, Allan Burns, Gene Reynolds, and Leon Tokatyan, the program served as the third spin-off of the American sitcom The Mary Tyler Moore Show, following the series Rhoda and Phyllis. The show stars Ed Asner in the title role. The narrative follows the trials of a former television station manager who transitions into the role of a newspaper city editor. As the editor, he oversees his journalist staff as they navigate the professional challenges of the newsroom. In addition to Ed Asner, the cast includes Robert Walden, Mason Adams, and Jack Bannon. The series focuses on the daily operations and personal dynamics within the newspaper environment, contrasting with the protagonist's previous background in television management. The show remained on the air for five years, concluding its run in the fall of 1982.
Should you watch it?
“A gruff editor navigates newsroom chaos and personal struggles.”
- Strong ensemble cast with Ed Asner's commanding performance
- Tackles relevant social issues of the late 1970s and early 1980s
- Well-crafted episodic storytelling with emotional depth
- Pacing may feel slow to modern viewers
- Some storylines can be沉重 and emotionally intense
You enjoy character-driven dramas with strong workplace dynamics.
Suitable for mature audiences due to serious themes and workplace situations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 22 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Cophouse Sep 20, 1977
- E2 Hostages Sep 27, 1977
- E3 Hoax Oct 4, 1977
- E4 Henhouse Oct 11, 1977
- E5 Nazi Oct 18, 1977
- E6 Aftershock Oct 25, 1977
- E7 Barrio Nov 1, 1977
- E8 Scoop Nov 8, 1977
- E9 Judge Nov 15, 1977
- E10 Psychout Nov 22, 1977
- E11 Housewarming Nov 29, 1977
- E12 Takeover Dec 6, 1977
- E13 Christmas Dec 13, 1977
- E14 Airliner Jan 3, 1978
- E15 Sports Jan 10, 1978
- E16 Hero Jan 17, 1978
- E17 Renewal Jan 30, 1978
- E18 Sect Feb 6, 1978
- E19 Scandal Feb 13, 1978
- E20 Spies Feb 27, 1978
- E21 Poison Mar 6, 1978
- E22 Physical Mar 20, 1978
Season 2 · 24 episodes
- E1 Pills Sep 25, 1978
- E2 Prisoner Oct 2, 1978
- E3 Hooker Oct 16, 1978
- E4 Mob Oct 23, 1978
- E5 Murder Oct 30, 1978
- E6 Dying Nov 6, 1978
- E7 Schools Nov 20, 1978
- E8 Slaughter Nov 27, 1978
- E9 Singles Dec 4, 1978
- E10 Babies Dec 11, 1978
- E11 Conflict Dec 18, 1978
- E12 Denial Jan 1, 1979
- E13 Fire Jan 8, 1979
- E14 Vet Jan 15, 1979
- E15 Scam Jan 22, 1979
- E16 Sweep Feb 5, 1979
- E17 Samaritan Feb 12, 1979
- E18 Hit Feb 19, 1979
- E19 Home Feb 26, 1979
- E20 Convention Mar 5, 1979
- E21 Marathon Mar 19, 1979
- E22 Bomb Mar 26, 1979
- E23 Skids Apr 2, 1979
- E24 Loves (a.k.a.) Romance May 7, 1979
Season 3 · 24 episodes
- E1 Cop Sep 17, 1979
- E2 Expose Sep 24, 1979
- E3 Slammer Oct 1, 1979
- E4 Charlatan Oct 15, 1979
- E5 Frame-Up Oct 22, 1979
- E6 Hype Oct 29, 1979
- E7 Gambling Nov 5, 1979
- E8 Witness Nov 12, 1979
- E9 Kidnap Nov 26, 1979
- E10 Andrew, Part 1: Premonition Dec 3, 1979
- E11 Andrew, Part 2: Trial Dec 10, 1979
- E12 Hollywood Dec 17, 1979
- E13 Kids Dec 24, 1979
- E14 Brushfire Jan 7, 1980
- E15 Indians Jan 14, 1980
- E16 Cover-Up Jan 21, 1980
- E17 Inheritance Jan 28, 1980
- E18 Censored Feb 4, 1980
- E19 Lou Feb 11, 1980
- E20 Blackout Feb 18, 1980
- E21 Dogs Mar 3, 1980
- E22 Influence Mar 10, 1980
- E23 Guns Mar 17, 1980
- E24 Hazard Mar 24, 1980
Season 4 · 20 episodes
- E1 Nightside Sep 22, 1980
- E2 Harassment Sep 29, 1980
- E3 Pack Oct 27, 1980
- E4 Sting Nov 17, 1980
- E5 Goop Nov 24, 1980
- E6 Libel Dec 8, 1980
- E7 Streets Dec 15, 1980
- E8 Catch Jan 5, 1981
- E9 Rape Jan 12, 1981
- E10 Boomerang Jan 19, 1981
- E11 Generations Jan 26, 1981
- E12 Search Feb 9, 1981
- E13 Strike Feb 16, 1981
- E14 Survival Feb 23, 1981
- E15 Venice Mar 9, 1981
- E16 Campesinos Mar 16, 1981
- E17 Business Mar 23, 1981
- E18 Violence Apr 6, 1981
- E19 Depression Apr 13, 1981
- E20 Stroke May 4, 1981
Season 5 · 24 episodes
- E1 Wedding Nov 2, 1981
- E2 Execution Nov 9, 1981
- E3 Reckless Nov 16, 1981
- E4 Hometown Nov 23, 1981
- E5 Risk Nov 30, 1981
- E6 Doublecross Dec 7, 1981
- E7 Drifters Dec 14, 1981
- E8 Friends Dec 28, 1981
- E9 Jazz Jan 4, 1982
- E10 Ghosts Jan 11, 1982
- E11 Cameras Jan 25, 1982
- E12 Review Feb 8, 1982
- E13 Immigrants Feb 15, 1982
- E14 Hunger Mar 1, 1982
- E15 Recovery Mar 8, 1982
- E16 Obituary Mar 22, 1982
- E17 Blacklist Apr 5, 1982
- E18 Law Apr 12, 1982
- E19 Fireworks Apr 19, 1982
- E20 Unthinkable May 3, 1982
- E21 Suspect May 17, 1982
- E22 Beachhead May 24, 1982
- E23 Victims Aug 30, 1982
- E24 Charlie Sep 13, 1982
Frequently asked questions
Is this show connected to The Mary Tyler Moore Show?
Yes, it is a spin-off featuring the character Lou Grant.
When did the show air?
It aired from 1977 to 1982 on CBS.
Who created the series?
It was created by James L. Brooks, Allan Burns, Gene Reynolds, and Leon Tokatyan.
What role does Ed Asner play?
He plays Lou Grant, a newspaper city editor and former TV station manager.
Is the show about journalism?
Yes, it focuses on the trials of a newspaper editor and his staff.