Max Headroom
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?
Where to watch Max Headroom in United States
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Where is Max Headroom streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi TV | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home |
| Canada | Hoopla | Apple TV Store |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store |
About Max Headroom
Max Headroom is a 1987 English-language drama and sci-fi & fantasy series created by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton. The cast is led by Matt Frewer, Chris Young, Jeffrey Tambor. It spans 2 seasons and 14 episodes and has concluded. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex.
Max Headroom was produced in United States of America. It was first aired on March 31, 1987, and carries a TV-PG certification.
- Created by
- Annabel Jankel, Rocky Morton
- First aired
- March 31, 1987
- Last aired
- May 12, 1988
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- TV-PG
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 2 (14 episodes)
- Network
- ABC
- Country
- United States of America
Max Headroom cast & crew
Max Headroom was created by Annabel Jankel and Rocky Morton.
The cast features Matt Frewer as Edison Carter / Max Headroom, Chris Young as Bryce Lynch, Jeffrey Tambor as Murray, William Morgan Sheppard as Blank Reg, Concetta Tomei as Blank Dominique, and Amanda Pays as Theora Jones.
Is Max Headroom worth watching?
Max Headroom holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 75 ratings, a solidly received drama series.
With 2 seasons and 14 episodes, it's a quick, bingeable run.
If you enjoy drama and sci-fi & fantasy, Max Headroom is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Max Headroom
In United States, you can stream Max Headroom on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, and Tubi TV, or rent and buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Fandango At Home. Click any service above to open it directly.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Max Headroom
Matt Frewer
Edison Carter / Max Headroom
Chris Young
Bryce Lynch
Jeffrey Tambor
Murray
William Morgan Sheppard
Blank Reg
Concetta Tomei
Blank Dominique
Amanda Pays
Theora Jones
George Coe
Ben Cheviot
Lee Wilkof
Edwards
Max Headroom — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Max Headroom in United States?
Max Headroom is streaming on Hoopla, The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi TV in United States.
▸Is Max Headroom on Hoopla?
Yes — Max Headroom is currently available on Hoopla in United States.
▸What language is Max Headroom in?
Max Headroom is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How many seasons of Max Headroom are there?
Max Headroom has 2 seasons with 14 episodes in total.
▸What is Max Headroom rated?
Max Headroom is rated TV-PG. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 75 ratings.
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