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 a posthumous Oscar for the role.