The O'Reilly Factor

"The Factor" redirects here. For other uses of "Factor", see Factor.

The O'Reilly Factor
Also known as
  • The O'Reilly Report​(1996–1998)
  • The Factor (2017)
Genre
Created byBill O'Reilly
Presented byBill O'Reilly
Theme music composerScott Schreer
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons21
Production
Camera setupMulti-camera
Running time60 minutes
Production companyFox News
Original release
NetworkFox News Channel
ReleaseOctober 7, 1996 (1996-10-07) –
April 21, 2017 (2017-04-21)
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The O'Reilly Factor (originally titled The O'Reilly Report and also known as The Factor) was an American cable television news and talk show.[1] The O'Reilly Factor first aired in the United States on Fox News Channel on October 7, 1996, the same day the network launched. It was hosted by independent commentator Bill O'Reilly, who discussed current events and controversial political issues with guests. The final episode aired on April 21, 2017.[2]

  1. ^ Cite error: The named reference Feldman2017 was invoked but never defined (see the help page).
  2. ^ de Moraes, Lisa (April 19, 2017). "Bill O'Reilly's Name Wiped From 'The Factor' After Fox News Parts Ways With Star". Deadline Hollywood. United States: Penske Media Corporation. Retrieved April 20, 2017.