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Series · 1988 · 1 seasons

Tanner '88 (1988)

“For real.”

6.9/10 · 8 votes
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ComedyWar & Politics

Tanner '88 is a TV series (Comedy and War & Politics) that first aired in 1988. Tanner '88 has 1 seasons and 12 episodes in total. It has an average rating of 6.9/10 from 8 viewers. In United States, you can watch Tanner '88 on Criterion Channel.

Last episode S1 · E12 — The Reality Check August 22, 1988

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Plot

In 1988, renegade filmmaker Robert Altman and Pulitzer Prize–winning Doonesbury cartoonist Garry Trudeau created a presidential candidate, ran him alongside the other hopefuls during the primary season, and presented their media campaign as a cross between a soap opera and TV news. The result was the groundbreaking Tanner ’88, a piercing satire of media-age American politics.

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#politics#miniseries#mockumentary#usa politics

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Tanner '88?

In United States, you can watch Tanner '88 on Criterion Channel.

Who stars in Tanner '88?

The main cast of Tanner '88 includes Michael Murphy, Pamela Reed, Cynthia Nixon, Kevin J. O'Connor and Daniel H. Jenkins.

Who created Tanner '88?

Tanner '88 was created by Garry Trudeau and Robert Altman.

How many seasons and episodes does Tanner '88 have?

Tanner '88 has 1 seasons and 12 episodes in total.

When was Tanner '88 released?

Tanner '88 first aired on February 15, 1988.

Has Tanner '88 ended?

Yes, Tanner '88 has ended.

Is Tanner '88 worth watching?

Tanner '88 has an average rating of 6.9/10 from 8 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked Tanner '88?

If you enjoyed Tanner '88, try Veep, Decker, Parks and Recreation and Yes Minister.

Is Tanner '88 on Criterion Channel?

Yes. In United States, Tanner '88 is available on Criterion Channel.

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Updated: October 27, 2026 ·