Network
"Television will never be the same."
Originally released in 1976. Network is a drama film. directed by Sidney Lumet. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Faye Dunaway, William Holden, and Peter Finch
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 27, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
7.8/10
Great (1,930 votes)
Budget
$3.8M
Production budget
Box Office
$23.7M
6.2x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Faye Dunaway
as Diana Christensen
William Holden
as Max Schumacher
Peter Finch
as Howard Beale
Robert Duvall
as Frank Hackett
Ned Beatty
as Arthur Jensen
Beatrice Straight
as Louise Schumacher
Wesley Addy
as Nelson Chaney
Arthur Burghardt
as Great Ahmed Kahn
Bill Burrows
as TV Director
John Carpenter
as George Bosch
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $3,800,000
- Revenue
- $23,700,000
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
- United Artists
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Network 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 reth...
Who directed Network?
Network was directed by Sidney Lumet.
How long is Network?
Network has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Network released?
Network was released on November 27, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Network?
The main cast of Network includes Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Peter Finch, Robert Duvall, Ned Beatty.
Is Network worth watching?
Network has a user rating of 7.8/10 based on 1,930 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.