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"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006) More at IMDbPro »TV series 2006-2007

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"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006): :  -- Clip: Season 1 - Episode 4 - The West Coast Delay
"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006): :  -- Clip: Season 1 - Episode 3 - The Focus Group
"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006): :  -- Clip: Season 1 - Episode 2 - The Cold Open
"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006): :  -- Clip: Season 1 - Episode 11 - The Christmas Show
"Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006): :  -- Clip: Season 1 - Episode 10 - B-12

Overview

User Rating:
8.6/10   5,828 votes
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Creator:
Aaron Sorkin
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Contact:
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Seasons:
1 full episode list
Genre:
Comedy | Drama more
Plot:
A behind-the-scenes look at a fictional sketch-comedy TV show.
Awards:
Nominated for Golden Globe. Another 2 wins & 11 nominations more
User Comments:
Intelligent, even handed, courageous. You knock our socks off! more

Cast

 (Series Cast Summary - 17 of 67)

Matthew Perry ... Matt Albie (22 episodes, 2006-2007)

Amanda Peet ... Jordan McDeere (22 episodes, 2006-2007)

Bradley Whitford ... Danny Tripp (22 episodes, 2006-2007)

Steven Weber ... Jack Rudolph (22 episodes, 2006-2007)
D.L. Hughley ... Simon Stiles (22 episodes, 2006-2007)
Sarah Paulson ... Harriet Hayes (22 episodes, 2006-2007)

Nathan Corddry ... Tom Jeter (22 episodes, 2006-2007)
Timothy Busfield ... Cal Shanley (22 episodes, 2006-2007)

Nate Torrence ... Dylan Killington (19 episodes, 2006-2007)
Lucy Davis ... Lucy Kenwright / ... (16 episodes, 2006-2007)
Ayda Field ... Jeannie Whatley / ... (15 episodes, 2006-2007)

Camille Chen ... Samantha Li (15 episodes, 2006-2007)
Simon Helberg ... Alex Dwyer (14 episodes, 2006-2007)
Merritt Wever ... Suzanne (12 episodes, 2006-2007)

Mark McKinney ... Andy Mackinaw (10 episodes, 2006-2007)

Columbus Short ... Darius Hawthorne (10 episodes, 2006-2007)

Joey Thurston III ... Cue card tech (9 episodes, 2006-2007)
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Additional Details

Also Known As:
"Studio 60" (USA) (informal alternative title)
"Studio 7 on the Sunset Strip" (USA) (working title)
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Runtime:
60 min (including commercials) | USA:60 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Aspect Ratio:
1.78 : 1 more
Certification:
Singapore:PG | Australia:M

Fun Stuff

Trivia:
Matthew Perry originally turned down the role of Matt Albie but Aaron Sorkin did not want to have anyone else play the part and apparently would not take "No" for an answer. Perry reconsidered and decided to jump on board. more
Goofs:
Errors in geography: The street sign partly visible in the initial establishing shot of the theatre (seen at the start of "Pilot", et al) reads "6100 Sunset". This is nearly three miles east of the actual Sunset Strip, roughly 8200 to 9200 Sunset Boulevard. more
Quotes:
[repeated line]
Matt Albie: SUZANNE!
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Movie Connections:
Featured in The 64th Annual Golden Globe Awards (2007) (TV) more

FAQ

I've heard that the character of Harriet Hayes, played by Sarah Paulson, is based on Broadway and former West Wing star Kristin Chenoweth, whom Aaron Sorkin once dated. Is this true?
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140 out of 163 people found the following comment useful:-
Intelligent, even handed, courageous. You knock our socks off!, 2 October 2006
10/10
Author: amamistyed from United States

What a joy. Can you imagine someone actually answering a reporter in a press conference with the TRUTH? Even if it costs them? In Aaron Sorkin's world things are set aright and, while he clearly has questions, he sets out to answer them in a righteous and evenhanded way bringing thoughtful debate to the minds of the audience which, thankfully, he seems to believe can participate in thoughtful debate.

In Sorkin's world there is loyalty unlike almost anywhere on earth. Both in his personal loyalties and those of his interesting, full of life characters, bursting with individuality, personality and beautiful DIALOG...YES! So much incredibly wonderful dialog.

The unique and enduring music of W.G. Snuffy Walden adds such depth of emotion and intent to Studio 60. Music that moves us and causes us to feel with the characters we laugh and cry with and love to see again and again.

Sorkin and Schlamme bring actors we thought were pretty good, some we already really liked a lot, many we didn't even know their names - but now we do...and we always will. Because their talent has been revealed in the most profound way. And, after the pilot, I felt I knew them well and loved them each - a lot.

People enter from stage right and left - set builders, camera people, runners and a fantastic PA played by Merritt Wever who won my heart in the first episode. And I thought...only Sorkin would use this lucky girl in this way and she'll be so great...is so great...

And there are the cameos. Judd Hirsch, Ed Asner. Precious bits of time. As in The Wrap Party where the famous Eli Wallach was exquisite as the old writer/veteran who was once blacklisted in Hollywood. I cried. Very brave lines here, wonderfully acted by all involved. What a piece of film!

And with so much story and so many personalities, there is always room for one more...and one more that amazingly fills a new important space. No fillers here. Enter Christine Lahti...pure class. One more of the unique women in his script. Women who are strong, intelligent, interesting, funny...as well as loyal and led by their integrity. They vary in personality, careers, education, physical appearance and age. They are each absolutely beautiful in ways that most writers/producers/directors haven't seemed to notice nor use yet.

And there are the love scenes between Matthew Perry and Sarah Paulson. Truly amazing, awesome love scenes. Filled with depth and respect; fired with emotion and among the most beautiful ever filmed.

Week after week the story builds, the characters deepen and the anticipation of what is to follow is delightful...because we know the foundation will always be there. We know we can trust Sorkin to always be true.

The most recent: Nevada Day was absolutely great. One of the funniest things I've seen in years. I laughed until my sides hurt. What wit! and what an amazing ability to take real life people and their situations, examine truth and controversy while at the same time making us laugh out loud. And John Goodman, who would never disappoint us if all he did was enter the room...he is so good...was perfect as the judge from Pahrump...yeah Pahrump Nevada. Well, you've just got to watch this one.

The content always is intelligent, honest and courageous. The writing, directing, set design, costume, makeup - all pure talent, pure art. The acting is as acting should be - believable and strong: Perry, Whitford, Peet, Paulson Busfield, Hughley, Weber, and every one in between. Each actor is excellent and important. The show is important. I only hope there will be 130000 episodes.

Thank you Aaron Sorkin and Thomas Schlamme and a most incredible ensemble for giving us your very best every time. You knock our socks off.

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