Howard Beale (Network)
| Howard Beale | |
|---|---|
Peter Finch as Howard Beale | |
First appearance | Network (1976) |
| Created by | Paddy Chayefsky |
| Portrayed by | Peter Finch (film) Bryan Cranston (stage play) |
| In-universe information | |
| Gender | Male |
| Occupation | News anchorman |
| Spouse | Mrs Beale (1937-70; her death) |
| Nationality | American |
Howard Beale is a fictional character from the film Network (1976) and one of the central characters therein. He is played by Peter Finch, who won the posthumous Academy Award for Best Actor for the role.