Network
Television will never be the same.
7.8
1976
2h 2m
When veteran anchorman Howard Beale is forced to retire his 25-year post because of his age, he announces to viewers that he will kill himself during his farewell broadcast. Network executives rethink their decision when his fanatical tirade results in a spike in ratings.
Movie Information
Status
Released
Release Date
November 27, 1976
Runtime
2h 2m
Budget
$3,800,000
Revenue
$23,700,000
Rating
7.8
(1,945 votes)
Genres
Drama
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
United Artists
Overview
When veteran anchorman Howard Beale is forced to retire his 25-year post because of his age, he announces to viewers that he will kill himself during his farewell broadcast. Network executives rethink their decision when his fanatical tirade results in a spike in ratings.
