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1976 Film Synopsis & Plot Summary
7.8/10
Rating
122 min
Runtime
1976
Release Year
Sidney Lumet
Director
Cast
Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Peter Finch, Robert Duvall, Ned Beatty
Quick Synopsis
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.
Full Plot Summary of Network
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.
