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1976
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.
Running time: 2h 2m
| Director | Sidney Lumet |
|---|---|
| Writers | Paddy Chayefsky |
| Composer(s) | Elliot Lawrence |
| Genres | Drama |
| Certificate | 15 |
| Release Date | 1976 |
| Production Company(s) | Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer |
Diana Christensen
Max Schumacher
Howard Beale
Frank Hackett
Nelson Chaney
Arthur Jensen
Great Ahmed Kahn
TV Director
George Bosch
Harry Hunter
Mary Ann Gifford
Joe Donnelly
Walter C. Amundsen
Barbara Schlesinger
Milton K. Steinman
Jack Snowden
Caroline Schumacher
Bill Herron
Arthur Zangwill
TV Stage Manager
Merrill Grant
Associate Producer
TV Production Assistant
Max's Secretary
Audio Man
Tommy Pellegrino
Willie Stein
Herb Thackeray
TV Associate Director
Lou
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