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S2·E5 Writer's Strike

Core Aired October 14, 1978 30 min
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Synopsis

Something of a sequel to the first episode as Ernest Kirsch, SCTV writer, goes on strike, disrupting regular programming. At SCTV News, Floyd and Earl are forced to write their own copy. Caballero (still in a wheelchair with a phone) starts a tradition of giving speeches to the camera - as the show progressed, he would become more and more verbose, but here he's brief and to the point.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 5 of Second City Television air?

Season 2, Episode 5 ('Writer's Strike') originally aired on October 14, 1978.

How long is Season 2 Episode 5 ('Writer's Strike')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 30 minutes.

What happens in Second City Television Season 2 Episode 5?

Something of a sequel to the first episode as Ernest Kirsch, SCTV writer, goes on strike, disrupting regular programming. At SCTV News, Floyd and Earl are forced to write their own copy. Caballero (still in a wheelchair with a phone) starts a tradition of giving speeches to the camera - as the show ...

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