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1976 • 2h2m Drama

Rating

7.8/10

Popularity

2

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.

Details

Director

Sidney Lumet

Screenplay

Paddy Chayefsky

Cast

Faye Dunaway

William Holden

Peter Finch

Release date

11/19/1976

Status

Released

Budget

$3,800,000

Revenue

$23,700,000

Origin country

US

Vote count

1907