Network
“Television will never be the same.”
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.
Where to watch Network in United States
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Spectrum On DemandClick a service to open Network there. Availability last verified on June 21, 2026.
Where is Network streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Sky Store |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, CosmoGo |
| Australia | MGM Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| Germany | MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| France | MGM Amazon Channel, Molotov TV | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, Canal VOD |
| Spain | Filmin, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Google Play Movies |
| Brazil | MUBI, Claro tv+, MGM+ Apple TV Channel, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| South Korea | Watcha | — |
About Network
Network is a 1976 English-language drama film directed by Sidney Lumet. The cast is led by Faye Dunaway, William Holden, Peter Finch. It has a runtime of 2h 2m. Viewers rate it 7.8/10 across 2000 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Network was produced by Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer and United Artists and made in United States of America. It was released on November 27, 1976, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $4 million, it went on to gross $24 million worldwide.
- Director
- Sidney Lumet
- Writers
- Paddy Chayefsky
- Release date
- November 27, 1976
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- R
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Budget
- $4 million
- Box office
- $24 million
- Production
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, United Artists
Network cast & crew
Network was directed by Sidney Lumet and written by Paddy Chayefsky.
The cast features 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, and Beatrice Straight as Louise Schumacher.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Elliot Lawrence, cinematography is by Owen Roizman, and it was produced by Howard Gottfried.
Is Network worth watching?
Network holds an audience score of 7.8/10 from 2,034 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed drama films.
At 2h 2m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy drama, Network is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Network
Network isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Network
Faye Dunaway
Diana Christensen
William Holden
Max Schumacher
Peter Finch
Howard Beale
Robert Duvall
Frank Hackett
Ned Beatty
Arthur Jensen
Beatrice Straight
Louise Schumacher
Wesley Addy
Nelson Chaney
Arthur Burghardt
Great Ahmed Kahn
Bill Burrows
TV Director
John Carpenter
George Bosch
Jordan Charney
Harry Hunter
Kathy Cronkite
Mary Ann Gifford
Network — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Network in United States?
Network is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Network in?
Network is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Network?
Network runs 2 hours 2 minutes (122 minutes).
▸What is Network rated?
Network is rated R. It holds a 7.8/10 audience score from 2,034 ratings.
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