Network

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.

Director

Sidney Lumet

Written by

Paddy Chayefsky

Music

Elliot Lawrence

Studio

Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Released

27 November 1976

Genres

Drama