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"Television will never be the same."
Drama
November 27, 1976
2h 2m
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.
Cast
Faye Dunaway
Diana Christensen
William Holden
Max Schumacher
Peter Finch
Howard Beale
Robert Duvall
Frank Hackett
Ned Beatty
Arthur Jensen
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Details
Status
Released
Release Date
November 27, 1976
Runtime
2h 2m
Budget
$3,800,000
Revenue
$23,700,000
Production Companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, United Artists