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The Morning Show

The Morning Show is an American drama television series set behind the scenes of a morning news program.

Updated July 30, 20261 min readCited sources

The Morning Show is an American drama series that goes behind the scenes of a morning news program, exploring the personal and professional conflicts among its anchors, producers, and executives.

What it is

Created by Michael Ellenberg, the series premiered on Apple TV+ on November 1, 2019. It stars Jennifer Aniston as Alex Levy and Reese Witherspoon as Bradley Jackson, with Steve Carell and Billy Crudup in principal roles. The show is set in the high-pressure world of morning television, focusing on rivalries, ethical conflicts, and media scandals.

Key details

The first season follows the fallout after co-host Mitch Kessler (Steve Carell) is fired over sexual misconduct allegations. By 2025, Rotten Tomatoes listed four seasons of the series. The show is available to stream on Apple TV+, which is also accessible to Canadian viewers.

Why it matters

Coverage of the series has emphasized its focus on workplace culture, media power, and the consequences of misconduct scandals. It offers a dramatic lens on real-world issues in broadcast journalism, making it a relevant watch for those interested in media ethics and power dynamics.

In short

  • Drama series set behind the scenes of a morning news program.
  • Stars Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, Steve Carell, and Billy Crudup.
  • Premiered November 1, 2019, on Apple TV+; four seasons as of 2025.
  • Explores workplace culture, media scandals, and misconduct fallout.
Canadian angle

Apple TV+ is available in Canada, so Canadian viewers can stream The Morning Show on the same platform.[11][12]

Quick questions

What is The Morning Show about?
It is a drama about the behind-the-scenes world of a morning news program and the conflicts among its anchors, producers, and executives.
Who stars in The Morning Show?
The series stars Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon, with Steve Carell and Billy Crudup also among the principal cast.
Where can I watch The Morning Show?
The series is available to stream on Apple TV+, including in Canada.

Sources

  1. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7203552/plotsummary/
    Supports: Series premise and season one plot involving the morning show team and Mitch Kessler scandal.
  2. Apple TV+ (YouTube) — https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L7xNCaEAKZw
    Supports: Season one recap, main cast, premise, and streaming availability.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7203552/
    Supports: Series premise and principal cast.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/tv/the_morning_show
    Supports: Synopsis, cast, Apple TV viewing information, and listing of four seasons.
  5. Apple TV+ — https://tv.apple.com/us/show/the-morning-show/umc.cmc.25tn3v8ku4b39tr6ccgb8nl6m
    Supports: Official description, starring cast, and platform availability.