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Network is a 1976 American satirical black comedy-drama film directed by Sidney Lumet and written by Paddy Chayefsky. It is about a fictional television network and its struggle with poor ratings. The film stars Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Peter Finch (in his final film role), Robert Duvall, Wesley Addy, Ned Beatty, and Beatrice Straight.
- Beatrice Straight
Beatrice Whitney Straight (August 2, 1914 – April 7, 2001)...
- Network (1976 movie)
Network is a 1976 American satirical black comedy-drama...
- Beatrice Straight
Director. Paddy Chayefsky. Screenplay. 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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Screenplay. 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.
Roger Ebert January 01, 1976. Tweet. Now streaming on: Powered by JustWatch. There's a moment near the beginning of "Network" that has us thinking this will be the definitive indictment of national television we've been promised.
Brief Synopsis. Television programmers turn a deranged news anchor into 'the mad prophet of the airwaves.' Cast & Crew. Read More. Sidney Lumet. Director. Faye Dunaway. Diana Christensen. William Holden. Max Schumacher. Peter Finch. Howard Beale. Cameron Thomas. Lee Richardson. Narrator. Photos & Videos. View All. Network - Movie Posters. 4 Photos.
Network is a 1976 American satirical drama film produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, written by Paddy Chayefsky and directed by Sidney Lumet. It is about a fictional television network, the Union Broadcasting System, and its struggle with poor ratings.
