---
title: "Pardon the Interruption"
year: 2001
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/pardon-the-interruption-2001"
media_type: "tv"
tmdb_id: 1902
imdb_id: "tt0307800"
status: "Returning Series"
seasons_count: 5
episodes_count: 100
runtime_minutes: 30
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 12
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Pardon the Interruption (2001) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/pardon-the-interruption-2001

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Pardon the Interruption is a sports television show airing weekdays on various ESPN television channels, TSN, ESPN America, XM and Sirius satellite radio services, and as a downloadable podcast. It is hosted by Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon, who discuss and frequently argue over the top stories of the day in sports and other subjects, building on their previous off-air discussions in The Washington Post newsroom.

The show is filmed in Washington, D.C., and features moderation by either Tony Reali or an uncredited producer over the loudspeaker for parts of the broadcast. The program delivers a conversational and argumentative tone centered on daily headlines.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon debate daily sports headlines and other topics."

### Why Watch
- Hosted by Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon
- Covers top sports stories of the day and other topics
- Available across multiple television networks, satellite radio, and as a podcast

### Caveats & Content Note
- Focuses heavily on debate and argument over daily sports and news stories
- Tone & Suitability: The show features argumentative discussions between hosts in a fast-paced television format suited for sports fans.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: #sports-debate, #weekday-talk, #washington-dc, #newsroom-roots, #argumentative-banter

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | fuboTV | None | None |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | None |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | None |

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Tony Kornheiser** as *Self*
- **Michael Wilbon** as *Self*
- **Tony Reali** as *Self*
- **Danica Patrick**

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I watch or listen to Pardon the Interruption?
It airs weekdays on various ESPN television channels, TSN, ESPN America, XM and Sirius satellite radio services, and as a downloadable podcast.

### Q: Is Pardon the Interruption worth watching?
It is worth watching if you enjoy lively sports discussions and arguments hosted by Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon.

### Q: What is the binge duration for Pardon the Interruption?
As a weekday sports television show and podcast, it does not follow a traditional narrative binge structure.

### Q: Are there essential episodes to watch?
The provided text does not list specific essential episodes, as the show airs daily covering current sports stories.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Pardon the Interruption — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/tv/1902)

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*Generated by Archytele Open Intelligence Systems. Data verified against TMDB and JustWatch APIs.*