Network (1976)

"Television will never be the same."Movie
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78
Network
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StarringFaye DunawayWilliam HoldenPeter Finch
DirectorSidney Lumet
WriterPaddy Chayefsky
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R 2 hr 2 minNov 27th, 1976Drama
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Plot
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.

Movie Details

Theatrical Release:November 27th, 1976 - Buy Tickets
On DVD & Blu-ray:February 24th, 1998 - Buy DVD
Movie Budget:$3,800,000
Movie Box Office Gross:$23,700,000 (Worldwide)
Original Language:English
Production Companies:Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, United Artists
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Network Quotes

Prepare for an outrageous motion picture experience

Taglines: Prepare yourself for a perfectly outrageous motion picture!
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Television's Transformation Is Unavoidable

Taglines: Television will never be the same!
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