Broadcast News 1987
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Gummy
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SplatA high-strung news producer finds herself in a love triangle between a talented but self-doubting reporter and a charming news anchor who embodies the growing trivialization of news that she is determined to fight against.
Videos & Photos
All 5 Videos & 245 Photos
cast
Full Cast & Crew
as Jane Craig
as Tom Grunick
as Aaron Altman
as Ernie Merriman
as Jennifer Mack
as Blair Litton
as Paul Moore
as Bobby
as Bill Rorich
as Martin Klein
Director:
Writer:
James L. Brooks
Stars:
Holly Hunter, William Hurt, Albert Brooks, Robert Prosky, Lois Chiles, Joan Cusack, Peter Hackes, Christian Clemenson, Jack Nicholson, Robert Katims,
Genres:
Comedy,Romance
Release Date:
1987 (U.S.A)
Run Time:
133 min
MMPA Rating:
R
Critics Reviews
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“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”
“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”
“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”
“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”
“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”
“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”
“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”
Audience Reviews
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Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.
Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.
My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!
im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!
Cast & Crew of
Broadcast News
Directors & Credit Writers
Credit Writers
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Cast
as Jane Craig
as Tom Grunick
as Aaron Altman
as Ernie Merriman
as Jennifer Mack
as Blair Litton
as Paul Moore
as Bobby
as Bill Rorich
as Martin Klein
as George Wein
as Gerald Grunick
as Young Tom
as Young Aaron
as Young Jane
as Jane's Dad
as Elli Merriman
as Anne Merriman
as Clifford Altman
as Mercenary
as Lila
as Spanish Cameraman
as Guerilla Leader
as Guerilla Soldier
as General McGuire
as Commander
as Date-Rape Woman
as Weekend News Producer
as Makeup Woman
as Floor Manager
as Paul's Secretary
as Edward Towne
as Tom's Soundwoman
as Emily
as Newsroom Worker
as Donny
as Chyron Operator
as Technical Director
as Technical Director
as Control Room Director
as Weekend News Director
as Assistant Director
as Assistant Director
as Technician
as Audio Visual Engineer
as News Theme Writer
as News Theme Writer
as Lecture Host
as Aaron's Cameraman
as Aaron's Soundwoman
as Mother in Hall
as Young Tough
as Young Tough
as Young Tough
as Ellen
as Tom's Female Colleague
as Cab Driver
as Uniformed Cop
as Defense Dept. Spokesman
as NATO Spokesman
as Angry Messenger
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