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The Max Headroom Show

1985-04-06 · Runtime unavailable · ★ 7.5

Comedy · Sci-Fi & Fantasy · Talk

The Max Headroom Show started life in the UK in 1985. The show featured actor Matt Frewer playing the role as computer-generated talk-show host Max Headroom.

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Creators
Rocky Morton, Annabel Jankel, George Stone
Production companies
Chrysalis Visual Programming Ltd., Cinemax, Channel 4 Television
Countries
United Kingdom, United States of America
Status
Ended

Top Cast

Matt FrewerMatt FrewerMax Headroom
Paul ShearerRidley (Talk Show Crew: Stage Manager)

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