S2·E5 News Night with Will McAvoy
- Episode
- Season 2, Episode 5
- Air Date
- August 11, 2013
- Runtime
- 57 minutes
- Director
- Alan Poul
- Writer
- Aaron Sorkin
- Score
- 7/10 (18 TMDB votes)
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Will is distracted during his telecast by a phone call and an unflattering Twitter post. Charlie gets a visit from a longtime friend at the Office of Naval Intelligence, who has knowledge of Operation Genoa. Sloan phases from humiliation to rage following a revenge posting. The newsroom traverses the slippery slope separating fact from fiction.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 5 of The Newsroom air?
Season 2, Episode 5 ('News Night with Will McAvoy') originally aired on August 11, 2013.
How long is Season 2 Episode 5 ('News Night with Will McAvoy')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 57 minutes.
What happens in The Newsroom Season 2 Episode 5?
Will is distracted during his telecast by a phone call and an unflattering Twitter post. Charlie gets a visit from a longtime friend at the Office of Naval Intelligence, who has knowledge of Operation Genoa. Sloan phases from humiliation to rage following a revenge posting. The newsroom traverses th...
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