Broadcast News
Movie
1987
R
2 HOURS 12 MINS
Romantic comedy
A vapid reporter, a highly-strung producer, and an untelegenic anchorman form TV triangle.
Cast & Crew
William Hurt Tom Grunick
Albert Brooks Aaron Altman
Holly Hunter Jane Craig
Robert Prosky Ernie Merriman
Lois Chiles Jennifer Mack
Joan Cusack Blair Litton
Peter Hackes Paul Moore
Christian Clemenson Bobby
Robert Katims Martin Klein
Ed Wheeler George Wein
Jack Nicholson Bill Rorich
James L. Brooks Director
James L. Brooks Screenwriter
James L. Brooks Producer
Polly Platt Executive Producer
Michael Ballhaus Cinematography
Richard Marks Film Editing
Bill Conti Original Music
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Wednesday, November 27
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Wednesday, November 27
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Wednesday, November 27
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Monday, December 2
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Monday, December 2
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Monday, December 2
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Thursday, December 5
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
Thursday, December 5
Reporter (Albert Brooks), producer (Holly Hunter) and anchorman (William Hurt) form TV triangle.
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