Network

IMDb 7.8 1976 • 122 min • Drama

Director

Sidney Lumet

Country

US

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

Faye Dunaway
Faye Dunaway Diana Christensen
William Holden
William Holden Max Schumacher
Peter Finch
Peter Finch Howard Beale
Robert Duvall
Robert Duvall Frank Hackett
Ned Beatty
Ned Beatty Arthur Jensen