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.
Verdict: Hit
> Sidney Lumet (Director)
> Owen Roizman (Director of Photography)
> Alan Hopkins (First Assistant Director)
> Ralph S. Singleton (Second Assistant Director)
> Peter R. Scoppa (First Assistant Director)
> Paddy Chayefsky (Screenplay)
