The Best Episodes of Great News Season 1

Episode Rankings

1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   6.9/10(354 votes)

   #1 - Pilot

   S1:E14/25/2017

   Katie, a frustrated cable news producer, is horrified when her mom, Carol, gets an internship at "The Breakdown." Despite Katie's best efforts, Carol is instantly beloved by the entire office, including blowhard veteran anchor Chuck. But when Katie hits a roadblock while producing a big story, she realizes that maybe having a mom at work isn't such a bad thing.

   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Tracey Wigfield

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   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Tracey Wigfield
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   7.1/10(298 votes)

   #2 - Bear Attack

   S1:E24/25/2017

   Katie tries to set workplace boundaries with Carol, but when a big story about an escaped bear lands in her lap, her mom can't help but meddle. Meanwhile, Greg tries to get Chuck and Portia to do a little friendly banter at the end of the show.

   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Tracey Wigfield

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   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Tracey Wigfield
3. 

   7.3/10(274 votes)

   #3 - Chuck Pierce Is Blind

   S1:E35/2/2017

   Chuck is having cataract surgery and, for the first time ever, must miss a day of work. Carol, eager to shirk her overwhelming intern duties, offers to take care of him. Meanwhile, Katie is excited for a peaceful day but with Chuck gone, Greg is reluctant to be the bad guy. As a result, "The Breakdown" descends into chaos as Greg is forced to say yes to Portia, Justin and everyone else's "great ideas for the show."

   Director:Claire Scanlon

   Writer:Sam Means

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   Director:Claire Scanlon

   Writer:Sam Means
4. 

   7.2/10(246 votes)

   #4 - War Is Hell

   S1:E45/2/2017

   Katie's secret war reporter boyfriend, Trip, is back in town and working at the MMN offices. Despite Katie's best efforts, Carol quickly uncovers the covert relationship using a plan she stole from "Days of Our Lives". Meanwhile, Chuck, feeling threatened by Trip, is determined to return to the field. Greg and Justin support the idea until they find footage of Chuck's time as a war reporter in the '90s.

   Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.

   Writers:Jack Burditt, Robert Carlock

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   Directors:Victor Nelli, Jr.

   Writers:Jack Burditt, Robert Carlock
5. 

   7.7/10(247 votes)

   #5 - Snowmageddon of the Century

   S1:E55/9/2017

   A huge snowstorm traps everyone in the building overnight. Meanwhile, Portia convinces Katie that Chuck's romantically interested in her; and Carol saves the day when she breaks into the offices of their competitor and steals all the morning show's wine.

   Director:Payman Benz

   Writers:Chrissy Pietrosh, Jessica Goldstein

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   Director:Payman Benz

   Writers:Chrissy Pietrosh, Jessica Goldstein
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   7.5/10(240 votes)

   #6 - Serial Arsonist

   S1:E65/9/2017

   Katie gets an opportunity to appear on the air after a field reporter is exposed as an arsonist, leading Carol to embrace the role of stage mom. Meanwhile, Chuck tries to compose a new theme song for the show after growing jealous of Portia's creative pursuits.

   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Ben Dougan

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   Director:Ken Whittingham

   Writer:Ben Dougan
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   7.7/10(243 votes)

   #7 - The Red Door

   S1:E75/16/2017

   Carol is excited when Chuck asks her to wait for the cable guy at his townhouse, until Chuck gives an ominous warning that tests her curiosity. Meanwhile, Portia's phone gets hacked and Katie struggles not to read her private emails.

   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Amy Hubbs

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   Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

   Writer:Amy Hubbs
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   7.4/10(227 votes)

   #8 - Celebrity Hacking Scandal

   S1:E85/16/2017

   Katie secretly investigates a celebrity phone hacking ring behind Greg's back. In Katie's absence, Carol falls into producing a piece on her favorite phone game, "Biscuit Blitz." Meanwhile, Chuck gets in hot water when Portia accuses him of mansplaining.

   Director:Gail Mancuso

   Writer:Dan Klein

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   Director:Gail Mancuso

   Writer:Dan Klein
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   7.7/10(228 votes)

   #9 - Carol Has a Bully

   S1:E95/23/2017

   Carol has a midterm she must pass in order to keep her internship. Katie needs to choose between helping her mom and focusing on her hacking story, which she can't seem to crack. Meanwhile, Greg's wealthy estranged grandmother pays a visit to the office. Chuck finds her cold and cruel, but almost immediately falls in love with her.

   Director:Nisha Ganatra

   Writer:Jack Burditt

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   Director:Nisha Ganatra

   Writer:Jack Burditt
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    7.9/10(245 votes)

    #10 - Carol's Eleven

    S1:E105/23/2017

    Katie makes a huge discovery about the story she's been chasing and, with the help of Carol and the rest of the staff, concocts a scheme to get the story out. Greg struggles with balancing his conflicting loyalties to his family, co-workers and conscience.

    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

    Writer:Tracey Wigfield

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    Director:Beth McCarthy-Miller

    Writer:Tracey Wigfield