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R19762h 2mSidney Lumet
IMDb 8.1 · Rotten Tomatoes 90% · Metacritic 83
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"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.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Network (1976) about?

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.

Who stars in Network?

Network stars Faye Dunaway (Diana Christensen), William Holden (Max Schumacher), Peter Finch (Howard Beale), Robert Duvall (Frank Hackett), Wesley Addy (Nelson Chaney). The film was directed by Sidney Lumet.

How long is Network?

Network has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1976. It is rated R.

Is Network worth watching?

Network holds an IMDb rating of 8.1/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 90. Fans of Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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