The medical drama "ER" premiered in 1994, and quickly became a monster hit. For "The Handmaid's Tale" showrunner Bruce Miller, it was also an inspiration as he embarked on a writing career. Miller eventually wrote on the show, and still carries the lessons he learned from showrunner John Wells as he now heads up "The Handmaid's Tale." Miller discusses his favorite episode of TV ever, the "ER" pilot, and reveals his favorite installment of "Handmaid's Tale." (Music by HookSounds.)
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The medical drama "ER" premiered in 1994, and quickly became a monster hit. For "The Handmaid's Tale" showrunner Bruce Miller, it was also an inspiration as he embarked on a writing career. Miller eventually wrote on the show, and still carries the lessons he learned from showrunner John Wells as he now heads up "The Handmaid's Tale." Miller discusses his favorite episode of TV ever, the "ER" pilot, and reveals his favorite installment of "Handmaid's Tale." (Music by HookSounds.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"The Handmaid's Tale" Producer Bruce Miller on "ER"

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