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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.

Original title: Network

10

nominations

40%

winning rate

4

wins

Academy Awards #49 - 1977

Award People Status
Best Picture Howard Gottfried - as producer(s)
Best Director Sidney Lumet
Best Actor in a Leading Role Peter Finch Winner
Best Actor in a Leading Role William Holden
Best Actress in a Leading Role Faye Dunaway Winner
Best Actor in a Supporting Role Ned Beatty
Best Actress in a Supporting Role Beatrice Straight Winner
Best Original Screenplay Paddy Chayefsky Winner
Best Cinematography Owen Roizman
Best Film Editing Alan Heim

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