Politically Incorrect 

Four guests from the worlds of politics and entertainment join host Bill Maher for a free-wheeling and humorous discussion of current events.

Creator:

Bill Maher

Stars:

Bill Maher, Christine O'Donnell, Lisa Ann Walter

Won 1 Primetime Emmy. Another 5 wins & 34 nominations.

Cast

Series cast summary:
Bill Maher	...	Self - Host / ... 2,254 episodes, 1993-2002

Storyline

Political talk show based on the idea that debate is stifled by too much seriousness. Guests are chosen from the worlds of politics and entertainment, often with the goal of creating conflict (ultra-sensitive special-interest groups matched with outrageous comedians). Nevertheless, a relatively friendly atmosphere is maintained, with none of the swearing or chair-throwing common on 'shock-talk' shows. Regular features have included the "Get Over Yourself" award, given to the week's most self-absorbed public figure.

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Plot Keywords:

reenactment | politics | comedian | witty host | social commentary | 

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Genres:

Comedy | News | Talk-Show

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Certificate:

TV-14

Did You Know?

Trivia

ABC cancelled the show even though its ratings were strong, and in some markets it was beating out The Tonight Show with Jay Leno (1992). Host Bill Maher has been quoted as saying it was because the politically conservative Walt Disney Corp., which owned ABC, didn't like his criticisms of the government of President George W. Bush.

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Quotes

Bill Maher: [the quote that some say got the show canceled] We have been the cowards lobbing cruise missiles from 2,000 miles away. That's cowardly. Staying in the airplane when it hits the building, say what you want about it, it's not cowardly.

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Connections

Referenced in The Larry Sanders Show: The Roast (1997)

User Reviews

A Dark Day for ABC TV, killing this GREAT show!

ABC is committing crime against democracy by shutting down this show. Politically Incorrect being on was proof of democracy, it being killed is proof that democracy is in great danger. This was a great show, one of the best political talk shows in the history of TV.

Details

Official Sites:

ABC

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

25 July 1993 (USA)

Also Known As:

P.I.

Filming Locations:

CBS Television City - 7800 Beverly Boulevard, Fairfax, Los Angeles, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

American Broadcasting Company (ABC), Brad Grey Television, Brillstein-Grey Entertainment

Technical Specs

Runtime:

30 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color