What is a 'show-runner'?

What is a 'show-runner'?

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A show runner is the person who actually runs the TV show. That person also has the title executive producer, and may or may not be the person who originally created the show. A show runner is actually the operator of the show, the management person in charge, who may also be the creative person in charge.