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- The West Wing creator Aaron Sorkin and cast members Allison Janney, Bradley Whitford, Dulé Hill, Marlee Matlin, Janel Moloney, Josh Malina, Mary McCormack, and Richard Schiff reunite for Entertainment Weekly's 30th anniversary issue.
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Was half-expecting to hear "Kenny's" voice when Marlee Matlin spoke.
Same.
I’ll never forget the first time Josh met Joey and Kenny.
Did anyone ever learn Kenny's last name?
Kenny who?
I'm pretty sure that was Kenny.
At 12, I wasn't impressed with TWW, but the episode that Mom caught me crying for the first time was *"In Excelsis Deo".* A homeless Korean war vet who froze in Toby's donated coat with his card accidentally left in a pocket. Extraordinary episode, and I was hooked. Party affiliation wasn't important. These characters LOVED this country. Please VOTE.
That scene never gets old, and never disappoints.
I think that was my favorite episode.....
That was the first scene that got me as well. The backdrop of the children's choir, the 21 gun salute, the Christmas lights and the cast lining up. Such a great scene.
That was the episode that got me hooked to the show as well. I'd started the pilot and stopped halfway through, and then I saw "In Excelsis Deo" about a week later when my dad was watching it, and it was so heartbreaking that I had to keep watching.
Never doubt that a small group of committed citizens can change the world ❤️
It's the only thing that ever has.
Ornat Cohen And a small group of fascists, with foreign help, will attempt to drag us into hell. Resist. Vote. Dismantle the Electoral College.
ALLISON JANNEY WITH THE GOLDFISH OMG THIS IS FINE IM FINE
Totally missed that until you brought it up. Thank you.
They are all looking great but Allison Janney is killing it!
Rob Lowe looks like he's had a little too much skin tightening, but I def agree, Allison Janney looks fantastic
The Jackal
Jed Bartlett: "Sam, one day you are going to be the President...".....It's time for the sequel.
For real.
Sam as POTUS and Charlie as his chief of staff
@@Haven_games I would love that. I remember one scene when Sam was in awe how young Charlie was smart..."How smart are you really?...Charlie: "I do ok." Love that scene.
ya---too bad that Rob Lowe's ego got in the way....much like a politician's! :-)
@@jaaustin500 Considering that he's a phenomenal actor and that his character was being downplayed in favour of other characters at the behest of studio meddling, I don't blame him for leaving.
Hands down FOREVER *The Best Political Drama* that's ever been on TV.
Hands down the best TV show ever!
How we miss The West Wing. Have worn out two DVD sets over the years. Absolute elegance in writing, production, performing. And now that decades passed since the last episode, we know the entire cast apparently had the same love/respect for one another. Aspiring, uplifting, hopeful. Truly a work all involved in the making will be proud of always. So wish John Spencer could have lived to see completed the extraordinary art he helped produce.
Time for President Seaborn and a renewed show, just saying!
that should be the sequel. 20 years later after the Santos Administration and whoever else followed, to now have Sam fulfilling the prophecy that Bartlett talked about
Only if Sorkin writes it
I don't think Sorkin would want to continue with what happened to the show after he left.
Sanskar Wagley man I loved the last few seasons.
@@erichall090909 I like them too, but since Sorkin left the series, seasons 5-7 don't have the Sorkin magic
Leo, we miss you..
My favorite episode, Noel, including my favorte scene..."So this guy's walking down the street and he falls in a hole..."
I miss Leo
That’s an incredible episode. It is hard for me to decide what my fav epi is bc there are so many good ones. But one of them no doubt is from season 5, The Supremes. I loved how Josh thought the two sides arguing the law was the best way to go. That’s how it evolves
Such an incredible story. I cried so hard the first time and every time I rewatch. And I am grateful everyday for the friend who jumped in the hole to show me the way out.
Yes, epic scene and really showed the camaraderie. Almost as good as the carving knife!
For me personally, the ONLY thing missing is The Fans being able to hug these Actors.....because.... They All Are Absolutely Family To Us! Cheers From Ohio
I loved the intelligent humor, the sensitivity of the characters and the incredible writing which created such an entertaining story. I grew to care about certain characters and I purchased the entire collection of The West Wing. I have watch each season, and every episode at least 4 times over the years. I still love it!!!
Gosh I miss this show. In fact, I was just rewatching on Netflix. Imagine, in real life, having such an intelligent, capable group of professionals in the white house. I wonder if we'll ever see that again.
BenAZ123 Yeah I hear ya, unfortunately it seems as though intelligence has exited stage left from the Democratic Party.
Benjamin Valenzuela From both parties.
BenAZ123 No, not so much. Conservatives are pretty much in the same place they were 20 years ago, but the Progressives have completely gone off the rails. It is so bad that they even crucify other members of the Democratic Party who are not “woke enough”. It’s actually quite embarrassing for this country. Ever since Trump won the election, it has been a nonstop temper tantrum. There are so many examples to point to, but the worst one was an impeachment hearing based on complete and utter fabrications. Not to mention the “peaceful protestors” that are destroying people’s lives because they want a reason to be destructive. The country is about to answer back in a big way.
@@benjaminvalenzuela3948 There is something so utterly depressing about how little awareness you cult members have about how you look to the rest of us around the world: I just wish your delusions didn't have such large impacts for the rest of us.
@@samtrotter7177 You don’t have a leg to stand on right now if you’re a Democrat. Your party will blindly vote for a man who has clearly lost his mental capacity and who’s policies would utterly destroy the US economy. So take a seat in the back child, it’s time for the adults to run the country for a while.
CJ and her goldfish
Toby and his ball
Sam and his pen
These people are forcing me to binge TWW again.... Please don't do that.. I have an exam in 2 days
And Josh Malina wearing his TWWW pin!!!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻
Hope your test went well!!!
If only they'd had Charlie and his knife :D
@@vfan5889
Thank you for asking.
Those were my last semester final exam.
They went well.
@@movingforwardLDTH
Thank you for asking.
Those were my last semester final exam.
They went well.
I have been re-watching the show and comparing the times to today...Oh, man how I long for a Bartlett Presidency to save us.
Just finished rewatching the entire series. I find President Bartlett so calming compared to the present WH occupant.
Same here. We would binge-watch 2-3 a night and just finished the entire series two weeks ago. Such good writing; such good acting; such educational and uplifting drama compared to the comic yet evil and unethical real-life drama of the current WH.
Pepe, I have said the same thing! Our current times make it difficult to watch West Wing because it stirs up a longing inside me for true leadership in the White House.
Yes I try to pretend it’s the “news”.
Bartlett for President 2020
As a Libertarian I disagreed with some of the messaging, but I’ve seen every episode at least three times because the writing and acting is BRILLIANT.
Can we talk about the one cast member that always seems to be left out... The Main Theme song and the End Credit song as well. I love those songs. They literally make me happy ☺️💯☺️
I honestly don't know who you mean - it's usually Rob Lowe, but he was there this time. Stockard Channing? Martin Sheen? He comes sometimes, but he's much older now and with COVID concerns and maybe shooting Grace & Frankie, I'm not surprised he wasn't there.
@@bethanybdavidson Well, the one cast member I was referring to was the Main Theme and the ending credits theme of show.
When I hear the theme song, I get goosebumps and have a sense that everything will be okay.
I love that Josh Malina is wearing his West Wing Weekly pin!
A reboot with Allison Janney as President and Rob Lowe as her Chief of Staff would be amazing.
Sam as POTUS. CJ as Sec of State. Charlie as WH CoS
@@ScootsFromNewCastle I'll take that too, but it was CJ that Bartlett was prepping towards the end of the show (if I'm remembering right).
I know everyone wants a sequel with Sam as President, but I want to see Charlie being President. Imagine going from an intern to President in 2 decades. It would be beautiful
Watch Veep lol
I think the sequel should be Sam as President and the entire goal of the limited series is getting Charlie appointed to the Supreme Court since he was going to Law School
I want to see Charlie as Chief of Staff or Secretary of State. His character had such a knack for diplomacy and bridge-building. But he’d make a good president, too.
@@teamnewman5276 Charlie would make a badass chief of staff. Seeing him sitting at Leo's desk would probably make many of us cry.
I literally just rewatched the entire run. PLEASE go vote.
Me too. Cried at the end that we don’t have people like that in West Wing now.
only once? ;-)
Sorkin is an incredible writer. West Wing and The Newsoom are incredibly good written. I miss good television, you dont have that kind of good entertainment anymore.
I have a genuine love for this show and all the laughter and tears it has given me over 3 complete viewings! My deepest respect to all of the cast, crew and creators of a true American classic.
David Jordan: Beautifully put.
I can't even begin to tell how many times I have watched this show....I found it on Netflix one day, several years ago, and have been hooked since. So excited for this brief reunion!
One of the best written and acted shows on television.
Agreed
We so need a reboot of this show right now! Where is Martin & Stockard??
I want to ask the same question. He was featured on the Zoom interview but not at the photo shoot. Why?
And Elisabeth Moss and Timothy Busfield! Don't need to see anyone from the non-Sorkin seasons though, sorry Mary McCormack.
@@flixbuff i heard somewhere (maybe reddit?) that it was for health concerns because of the pandemic. Martin is 80yo now...
I loved this show, the dialogue, the superb debates, humor and though it was a Democratic Executive Branch, I loved it that the superb actress, Emily Proctor, was so smart, funny and just spot-on. It was some of the best ensemble acting I have ever seen. I am also glad that they are encouraging people to vote. I consider this a responsibility of the privilege of being a citizen of the U.S.
I wanted Emily Proctor to remain on the show. She fit in well. But she had a great run on CSI Miami and was a bad ass as well.
That goldfish sealed the deal! I learned so much about politics from watching and independent study. I LOVE this show. Netflix better not EVER remove it.
I just bought the full series on iTunes. Cost me $60 but it was well worth it.
Waiting for "Josh"
VICTORY IS MINE
VICTORY IS MINE
I DRINK FROM THE KEG OF GLORY!!
"Bring me the finest muffins and bagels in all the land."
"It's going to be an insufferable day."
“DONNA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!”
More parts please, for Dule Hill!! I was so happy to see him again, in Psych, but he deserves more work!!
Janel Maloney (Donna) does not age!
Megan did you see Rob Lowe ?
Look at Marlee Matlin, i mean, holy crap. She looks like she has de-aged.
Love this show....just finishing rewatching the series for the 100th time
I really wish they would film the first table reads and archive them. It would be such a great view of history and show development. How the episode grows form sit down to sets to directors' vision.
if only we could have a government like that.
Amazing show, brilliant writing, acting and dialog.
I have episodes memorised... 😏 I love that CJ has Gail in that shoot 🐟 dear EW, you are *so* making me want to do a re-watch for the millionth time. I watched TWW at an unearthly hour of the morning in England as a teenager, cos that’s when it was on to begin with. As it gained popularity & acclaim, it got a better time slot. It formed how I think about a lot of things; it actually gave me unrealistic expectations of people I think actually, these people always had good intentions, they were kind to each other & others, they were forgiving. Whenever I lose my faith in humanity, I watch The West Wing, I love how Aaron didn’t demonise the other side, there is a lot to be said for that. It taught me that if you care about something, you speak up, you learn to debate intelligently. Oh & it taught me everything I knew then about American politics. Decisions are made by those who show up America, please vote!
The goldfish!!!!!! Damn I wish this show was real 😭😭😭😭
This show sits with me in a way no other show that I’ve loved has done. Maybe it’s because I have always loved politics. Maybe it’s because Aaron Sorkin writes witty repartee in a way no one else can, lines worth memorizing and occasionally randomly exchanging with my best friend who is also an embarrassingly obsessed fan. Maybe it’s because the cast was composed of some of the most committed, talented actors ever. And, maybe it’s because for all its characters’ flaws, it embodies the best of America: idealism, aspiration, hard work, self-deprecation, and a fervently earnest belief in the good of us. It is odd to be nostalgic for a fictional time when the possibility that a president bailing out a computer chip maker was off-limits for even the APPEARANCE of impropriety. *sigh*
September 22, 1999...21 years. It feels like yesterday and so very, very long ago at the same time.
Miss you all. Watch series at least once a year. You all did a great job.
I rewatched every episode this summer. I fell in love with it all over again.
I watched the whole series again during lockdown. Loved every minute and miss the exceptional quality of that show so much.
The best show ever made!
Thanks to COVID I’ve had the time to binge watch the entire show from the pilot to the finale and it’s still the greatest production ever made!
Stopped watching after the fourth series when Aaron Sorkin left...but those four series were amazing. The show was an inspiration during the Bush years. Wish we had a West Wing- type show now.
Best writing, Best ensemble, Best acting, Best comedic timing...BEST show ever! ❤❤❤
What a spectacular cast and show! Loved every minute.
LOVE THIS SHOW! I would love one of those virtual Q&A for West Wing
Allison looks like she could be starring in a Helen Mirren bio-pic.
I’m watching the whole series ( new watcher ) I’m loving it. I’m only only on 2 series.
Best TV show ever! Still watching it (probably 5th or 6th time) every time I go on the treadmill. That's why I go on the treadmill for 42 minutes...
3.01 - Joshua Malina with the Ice Cream Sandwich...they really were destined to be together!
A show where democrats & republicans were more than just the sum of their parts.
You could NOT do that today, unfortunately.
My wife and I just finished Season 7. I teared up when Leo died and at the end with the napkin. Very, very good show.
The Best Show ever on TV.
Hands Down!
Love that Marlee was there. Wish Mary Louise Parker had been there too 😓
Seaborn/Lyman 2020! This NEEDS to happen...
Just adore them all. Great actors!!! Aaron Sorkin is a genius!
Watching again now and I am loving it all over again. Makes me laugh, makes me cry, brilliant acting, truly believable. Wish it was still on
A love letter! Nicely put, Mr Sorkin.
Alison Janey. Amazing actor. Can play such diverse characters and ages. Oops and hair colors :)
Oh wow... I actually just started rewatching this last week.. I’m on 3rd season
TOBY 😢 Sam Seaborne, CJ Cregg- Donna & Josh -Charlie Young 😘 my favorite show of all time
Exceptional writing. Exceptional ensemble cast. “A love letter to Western Democracy.” 💔💞
I love this show ...did then still do.. I cant count the number of times I have binge watched this show
So great to see these beloved folks from what was surely one of the best TV series of all time. Delighted to see Bradley's beard is even whiter than mine (and it looks well on him); and good heavens, the ladies somehow have become more lovely and charming as the years have passed. That's really not fair at all.
We watched every episode during the pandemic. Excellent writing and acting.
I learned more about politics and government from this show than I did from school.
I see your West Wing Weekly pin, Josh Malina!
Best show ever. I still watch it today, over and over. The cast is spectacular. Aaron Sorkin’s is a God
Where’s Martin?
I have the whole series and my boyfriend and I watch it every year from start to finish. It was so well written. We loved it!!!
Absolutely one of the best TV shows ever. I still rewatch it when politics get me down, and it always lifts me up.
All of the cast looked like they've aged 30 years except Rob Lowe who looks like he's aged about 7. The freakin genes that guy has!
genes and a little help from his surgeon =)
He's the modern day Dorian Gray along with John Stamos.
Right now, we all wish President Bartlett was really in the White House with all of you as his staff. If only Life could imitate Art.
If they bring it back, my hope is that they would do some kind of game changer. I Staunchly advocate that the premise of the sequel series be the election of a third-party president for the first time since Lincoln. I think it would be worth it to see how the system as we know it would respond to a party not of the establishment making the scene. And also a unique challenge that could warrant bringing Toby and the gang back together.
I am I die hard 24 fan is my favorite TV show but this is probably the greatest TV show ever because it meant so much to so many people. And the cast was great the writing was great like they said it was lightning in a bottle
Still the best tv show ever made. I so wish they’d bring back the case for a sequel, Sam for president 😀
I fricken love this show. But wait... where is Martin Sheen?
My favorite Toby line to Josh, _"Where you distracted by a bumble bee?"_ OMG...
I freely admit to watching old episodes when I need to take a break from the news, and Trump. I'd take President Bartlet any day.
I like how they've all got old except Rob Lowe, who is actually an immortal
The goldfish!! That just made me ridiculously happy :D
I am waiting for the series to be released on bluray.
Allison Janney with the goldfish. Love that!
Dopest TV show by one of the greatest writers of all time
Where’s Martin Sheen and Elizabeth Moss?
I’ve watched TWW 30 times & it never gets old it’s always fun to watch.
Janel Moloney doesn't get the credit she deserves for playing Donna so well that the creators ended Moira Kelly's stint with the show
Can any say Reboot! Loved this show!
You Got to ROCK THE VOTE!
"Nothing is more important to a society than an engaged electorate"......wait.....I've heard that before: "Nothing is more important to a democracy than a well informed electorate" #Newsroom #Sorkinisms 😂😂😂
Loved the show rewatched the entire series during the pandemic shut down wish we had a president like Bartlet now
It was a fantastic show.
Yep, got out and vote 👀
My favorite show of all time❤
one of the very best shows EVER.
CJ looks spectacular as she as aged. You go girl !
Question 2 why would Donna have jury duty in DC, after we saw she had voted improperly on her Wisconsin absentee?
Now lets get the complete series on blu ray FINALLY!!!
i love the west wing so much.... watch ncis if you want to love a show like west wing
Loved this show and the actors are great. The actor who played Charlie looks so hot.
one of my favorite quotes is when CJ would say set fire to the room and do it now :)