Episode
WKRP in Cincinnati: Mike Fright
Overview
During a citywide garbage strike, Johnny jokingly suggests that his listeners dump their garbage on the steps of City Hall. The joke is on him, and the station, when hundreds of listeners take him seriously. Johnny becomes aware of his power and develops a serious case of mike fright.
Details
- Series
- WKRP in Cincinnati
- Season
- Season 2
- Episode
- Episode 7
- Air date
- 1979-11-12
- Runtime
- 25 min
Episode context
Mike Fright is Episode 7 in Season 2 of WKRP in Cincinnati. It aired on 1979-11-12. The runtime is 25 min.
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