Flixtheatre

Network

"Television will never be the same."

1976 122 min 7.8

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.

Details

Status: Released
Release Date: 1976-11-14
Budget: $3,800,000
Revenue: $23,700,000
Production: Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer