Cast & creator
Ken Finkleman
Best known for Who's That Girl, Airplane II: The Sequel, Airplane II: The Sequel
Ken Finkleman is a Canadian filmmaker, writer, and actor known for his contributions to television and film. Finkleman is notably recognized for creating and starring in the satirical television series "The Newsroom." The show, which aired in the 1990s, offered a sharp and humorous critique of the media industry and gained critical acclaim for its incisive commentary. His work extends beyond "The Newsroom" series. Finkleman has been involved in various film and television projects, showcasing his talents as a writer, director, and actor. He often brings a satirical and thought-provoking approach to his work, addressing societal and cultural themes with wit and insight.
19
film credits
16
television credits
8
1974–2016 · acting roles
6.4
average across scored titles
Signature credits
Known for
Across film & television
Filmography (35)
Showing 35 of 35 credits
Who's That Girl
Writer
1987
Airplane II: The Sequel
Screenplay
1982Airplane II: The Sequel
Director
1982
The Newsroom
George Findlay
1996The Newsroom
Producer
1996The Newsroom
Director
1996The Newsroom
Writer
1996The Newsroom
Creator
1996
Van Dyke and Company
Writer
1975
Grease 2
Writer
1982
Good God
George Findlay
2012Good God
Creator
2012
Good Dog
George
2011Good Dog
Writer
2011Good Dog
Executive Producer
2011Good Dog
Director
2011Good Dog
Creator
2011At the Hotel
Creator
2006Foolish Heart
1999
Head Office
Director
1985Head Office
Screenplay
1985More Tears
1998
Illegally Yours
Writer
1988
An American Dream: The Education of William Bowman
Director
2016An American Dream: The Education of William Bowman
Executive Producer
2016An American Dream: The Education of William Bowman
Writer
2016
Callahan
Writer
1982
There's a Bone in the Mill
Writer
1974
Escape from the Newsroom
George Findlay
2002Escape from the Newsroom
Director
2002
1980
Various Roles
19791980
Director
1979Married Life: The Movie
1994Married Life: The Movie
Writer
1994Married Life: The Movie
Director
1994