Tanner '88
Feb 15, 1988
Overview
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.
Cast of Tanner '88
Michael MurphyJack Tanner
Pamela ReedT.J. Cavanaugh
Cynthia NixonAlex Tanner
Kevin J. O'ConnorHayes Haggerty
Daniel H. JenkinsStringer Kincaid
Jim FyfeEmil Berkoff
Matt MalloyDeke Connors
Ilana LevineAndrea Spinelli
Veronica CartwrightMolly Hark
Harry AndersonBilly Ridenhour
Wendy CrewsonJoanna Buckley
Sandra BowieStevie Chevalier
Richard CoxDavid Seidelman- Greg ProcaccinoBarney Kittman
Crew of Tanner '88
Garry TrudeauExecutive Producer, Writer- Scott BushnellProducer
Robert AltmanExecutive Producer- Jean LépineDirector of Photography
Ruth FosterEditor- Dorian HarrisEditor
- Sean-Michael ConnorEditor
- Mark FishEditor
Alison EllwoodEditor- Stephen AltmanProduction Design, Art Direction
- Kristine FlonesMakeup Artist, Costume Design
- Matthew SeigAssociate Producer
- Zennia M. BarahonaPost Production Producer
- Mark JaffeeLine Producer
- Frank BarhydtAssociate Producer
About Tanner '88
What is Tanner '88 about?
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.
When did Tanner '88 first air?
Tanner '88 premiered on February 15, 1988.
Where can I watch Tanner '88?
Tanner '88 is streaming on Criterion Channel in the US. It is also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. Availability data from JustWatch.
How many seasons does Tanner '88 have?
Tanner '88 has 1 season with 12 episodes. The series has ended.
Who is in the cast of Tanner '88?
The cast of Tanner '88 includes Michael Murphy (Jack Tanner), Pamela Reed (T.J. Cavanaugh), Cynthia Nixon (Alex Tanner), Kevin J. O'Connor (Hayes Haggerty) and Daniel H. Jenkins (Stringer Kincaid).
Is Tanner '88 on Netflix?
No, Tanner '88 is not on Netflix in the US. It is streaming on Criterion Channel instead.