Television networks battle one another in an unrelenting ratings war. Whoever controls the airwaves controls the dystopic world in which they broadcast. So when Network 23's star reporter, Edison Carter, uncovers a deadly secret that could shake up the station's dominion over its viewers, the only option is to eliminate Carter before he can make his story public. After Carter's "accident," his mind is uploaded to create the world's first self-aware, computer-generated TV host — Max Headroom! But will Max bow to his creators? Or will he be the key to his human alter ago bringing down a network superpower?
- Status
- Ended
- Original Language
- English
- Network
- ABC
- Created By
- Annabel Jankel, Rocky Morton
- Last Episode
- S2 E8 · May 12, 1988
Cast
Media
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Max Headroom online for free?
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What is Max Headroom about?
Television networks battle one another in an unrelenting ratings war. Whoever controls the airwaves controls the dystopic world in which they broadcast. So when Network 23's star reporter, Edison Carter, uncovers a deadly secret that could shake up the station's dominion over its viewers, the only option is to eliminat…
How many episodes does Max Headroom have?
Max Headroom has 14 episodes across 2 seasons — all available to watch free on FlixWow.
Who stars in Max Headroom?
The series stars Matt Frewer, Chris Young, Jeffrey Tambor, William Morgan Sheppard, Concetta Tomei and more.
When was Max Headroom released?
Max Headroom was released in 1987 and is streaming free on FlixWow.
Is Max Headroom worth watching?
Max Headroom holds a rating of 6.9/10 from viewer votes (77 ratings). Watch it free on FlixWow and judge for yourself.