Ken Finkleman

Ken Finkleman is a Canadian filmmaker, writer, and actor known for his contributions to television and film. Finkleman is notably recognized for creating and starring in the satirical television series "The Newsroom." The show, which aired in the 1990s, offered a sharp and humorous critique of the media industry and gained critical acclaim for its incisive commentary. His work extends beyond "The Newsroom" series. Finkleman has been involved in various film and television projects, showcasing his talents as a writer, director, and actor. He often brings a satirical and thought-provoking approach to his work, addressing societal and cultural themes with wit and insight.

Airplane II: The Sequel (1982)

A faulty computer causes a passenger space shuttle to head straight for the sun, and man-with-a-past, Ted Striker must save the day and get the shuttle back on track – again – all the while trying to patch up his relationship with Elaine.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Robert Hays  •  Julie Hagerty  •  Lloyd Bridges  •  Chad Everett

A faulty computer causes a passenger space shuttle to head straight for the sun, and man-with-a-past, Ted Striker must save the day and get the shuttle back on track – again – all the while trying to patch up his relationship with Elaine.  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Robert Hays  •  Julie Hagerty  •  Lloyd Bridges  •  Chad Everett

Head Office (1985)

In this comic take on big-business wheelings and dealings, an ambitious senator's son (Judge Reinhold) moves up the corporate ladder through undeserved promotions. But against his better judgment, he falls for a woman (the chairman's daughter, no less) who's ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Judge Reinhold  •  Lori-Nan Engler  •  Eddie Albert  •  Merritt Butrick

In this comic take on big-business wheelings and dealings, an ambitious senator's son (Judge Reinhold) moves up the corporate ladder through undeserved promotions. But against his better judgment, he falls for a woman (the chairman's daughter, no less) who's ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Judge Reinhold  •  Lori-Nan Engler  •  Eddie Albert  •  Merritt Butrick

Escape from the Newsroom (2002)

It's a strange movie that you have to watch beginning to end, or you'll find yourself completely lost. Based on the Toronto-made TV series "Newsroom," this made-for-TV movie has many well-recognized Canadian actors and comedians. It's a modest comedy that has its ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Ken Finkleman  •  Peter Keleghan  •  Anthony Christian Potenza  •  Jeremy Hotz

It's a strange movie that you have to watch beginning to end, or you'll find yourself completely lost. Based on the Toronto-made TV series "Newsroom," this made-for-TV movie has many well-recognized Canadian actors and comedians. It's a modest comedy that has its ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Ken Finkleman  •  Peter Keleghan  •  Anthony Christian Potenza  •  Jeremy Hotz

An American Dream: The Education of William Bowman (2016)

William Bowman is a small town boy with small town dreams. And like any average teenager, when approached with the subject of his future, Bowman would often retreat into the safe recesses of his mind. When a concussion seemingly sends William to an uncertain future ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Diana Bentley  •  Shiloh Blondel

William Bowman is a small town boy with small town dreams. And like any average teenager, when approached with the subject of his future, Bowman would often retreat into the safe recesses of his mind. When a concussion seemingly sends William to an uncertain future ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Diana Bentley  •  Shiloh Blondel

Married Life: The Movie (1994)

This satiric comedy concerns a documentary filmmaker (Ken Finkleman) who has brought a camera crew into the home of a typical couple (Robert Cait and Karen Hines) to record the drama of their daily lives. However, the filmmaker soon discovers their daily lives ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Ken Finkleman  •  Jeremy Hotz  •  Mark Farrell  •  Karen Hines

This satiric comedy concerns a documentary filmmaker (Ken Finkleman) who has brought a camera crew into the home of a typical couple (Robert Cait and Karen Hines) to record the drama of their daily lives. However, the filmmaker soon discovers their daily lives ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
CAST:  Ken Finkleman  •  Jeremy Hotz  •  Mark Farrell  •  Karen Hines

1980 (1979)

Unseen for decades, 1980 is Ken Finkleman and Rick Moranis’ enormously funny CBC pilot that was way ahead of its time. A send up of a current-affairs show, 1980 pokes fun at subjects ranging from the current state of the Canadian film industry, academics, the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
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Unseen for decades, 1980 is Ken Finkleman and Rick Moranis’ enormously funny CBC pilot that was way ahead of its time. A send up of a current-affairs show, 1980 pokes fun at subjects ranging from the current state of the Canadian film industry, academics, the ...  (more)

DIRECTION:  Ken Finkleman
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