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18 1976 2 h 02 min
78%
Audience score2.172 votes on TMDB

“Television will never be the same.”

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
Screenplay
Paddy Chayefsky
Status
Released
Release date
27/11/1976
Original language
English
Budget
US$ 4 M
Box office
US$ 24 M

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