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Early Edition

  • TV Series
  • 1996–2000
  • TV-PG
  • 41m
IMDb RATING
7.6/10
13K
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Kyle Chandler and Shanesia Davis in Early Edition (1996)
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His name is Gary Hobson. He gets tomorrow's newspaper today. He doesn't know how. He doesn't know why. All he knows is that when the early edition hits his doorstep, he has 24 hours to set t... Read allHis name is Gary Hobson. He gets tomorrow's newspaper today. He doesn't know how. He doesn't know why. All he knows is that when the early edition hits his doorstep, he has 24 hours to set things right.His name is Gary Hobson. He gets tomorrow's newspaper today. He doesn't know how. He doesn't know why. All he knows is that when the early edition hits his doorstep, he has 24 hours to set things right.

  • Creators
    • Ian Abrams
    • Bob Brush
    • Patrick Q. Page
  • Stars
    • Kyle Chandler
    • Shanesia Davis
    • Fisher Stevens
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.6/10
    13K
    YOUR RATING
    POPULARITY
    3,298
    886
    • Creators
      • Ian Abrams
      • Bob Brush
      • Patrick Q. Page
    • Stars
      • Kyle Chandler
      • Shanesia Davis
      • Fisher Stevens
    • 60User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys
      • 3 wins & 9 nominations total

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    Kyle Chandler
    Kyle Chandler
    • Gary Hobson
    • 1996–2000
    Shanesia Davis
    • Marissa Clark
    • 1996–2000
    Fisher Stevens
    Fisher Stevens
    • Chuck Fishman
    • 1996–2000
    Billie Worley
    • Patrick Quinn
    • 1998–1999
    Kristy Swanson
    Kristy Swanson
    • Erica Paget
    • 1998–1999
    Myles Jeffrey
    Myles Jeffrey
    • Henry Paget
    • 1998–1999
    Ron Dean
    Ron Dean
    • Det. Marion Zeke Crumb…
    • 1996–2000
    James Deuter
    James Deuter
    • Boswell
    • 1996–1997
    Tess Harper
    Tess Harper
    • Lois Hobson
    • 1998–2000
    Michael Whaley
    Michael Whaley
    • Detective Paul Armstrong
    • 1999–2000
    Constance Marie
    Constance Marie
    • Police Detective Toni Brigatti
    • 1998–2000
    Stephen Cinabro
    • Assistant Detective…
    • 1996–1999
    Mark Morettini
    Mark Morettini
    • Desk Sergeant…
    • 1996–1999
    Ed Cray
    Ed Cray
    • Biker…
    • 1996–2000
    Samantha Goldberg
    Samantha Goldberg
    • Sam - Newspaper Employee…
    • 1997
    Luis Antonio Ramos
    Luis Antonio Ramos
    • Miguel Diaz
    • 1999–2000
    William Devane
    William Devane
    • Bernie Hobson
    • 1997–1999
    John M. Watson Sr.
    • Morris Sanford
    • 1996–2000
    • Creators
      • Ian Abrams
      • Bob Brush
      • Patrick Q. Page
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    angelhfw

    LOVE IT!

    So many shows these days are just dumb. I like this show because sometimes, i can't even guess what gonna happen next. I wish that they hadn't gotten rid of it, but i love watching it on PAX. (go PAX!!) The stories are interesting without being gross or sick. It's one for the whole family!
    johnleemk

    Brilliant

    I first saw this in 1998, and I'll just say it again. This is brilliant. Trust me, almost anyone who can understand the English language will love this. The concept has been explained a thousand times by other reviewers, so I won't say it here. I will say, that this show is one of the most thought-provoking TV show I've ever seen, without making people feel uncomfortable. Again, you must see this if possible. You will love it.
    Dino-23

    A show for everyone from 5 to 500

    The German title of Early Edition is "Alone Against The Future" which would imply a science fiction show. I was disappointed when I found out that it wasn't - for about 30 seconds. Then it caught me and never released me again. Every single episode is brilliant, Kyle Chandler portrays Gary beautifully and very believably, the plots are smart, humourous and thrilling. It is fascinating (and often funny) to see how creative Gary is in solving his daily "Save Chickago" tasks. After watching I always have learned a principle, I feel entertained, my faith in the good im man is strengthened and I am eager to watch the next episode. Parents, this is the show You can have Your children watch instead of all this Pokemon crap.
    atwell

    I always look forward to watching this show.

    Early edition is a very feel good show. If you don't try to analyze every part of the plot, but rather just sit back and watch,you can't help but to enjoy it. Some super hero shows really are hard to watch, with their bad acting,and poor scripts. But this show is just the opposite,it is very good. When it is over you will get a great feeling,in knowing that there are probably people out there every day who though they might not be super heros they still do super kind deeds that go unnoticed except by the lives of the people that they touch.That is what I get out of watching this fine tv show
    Ginger87

    I Loved This Show...

    "Early Edition" had to be one of the best shows ever made. It tells the story of a man who gets tomorrow's newspaper today. It had such a clever plot and I had nothing to complain about it except that it was canceled. Every episode was interesting and kept me glued to the T.V.

    My favorite episode was the one that Gary goes back in time to the Chicago Fire. I also liked the first episode, the episode that started it all. I also really enjoyed the episode when the paper and the cat disappear. ( I love that cat). That episode was very interesting.

    I hope one day they bring this show back with new episodes. As for now I watch the reruns of it on PAX. I give this show 10/10 stars.

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    • Trivia
      The newspaper used by Gary throughout the series was printed by the Chicago Sun-Times for each episode.
    • Goofs
      Throughout mainly the first season, it can be seen that the headlines do not match the columns themselves.
    • Quotes

      Cat: MEOwwwwwwwww.

      [sound of paper landing on floor outside door]

    • Crazy credits
      The mysterious orange tabby cat is uncredited. The part was played by cat actor Panther, a shelter rescue cat adopted by trainer Bill Casey.
    • Connections
      Featured in Best of the Worst: Spookies, Action USA, and Alien Private Eye (2019)

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • September 28, 1996 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Bản Tin Sớm
    • Filming locations
      • Chicago, Illinois, USA
    • Production companies
      • Three Characters
      • Angelica Films
      • CBS Productions
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    • Runtime
      • 41m
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.33 : 1

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