Broadcast News
“It’s the story of their lives.”
Synopsis
A 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.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Broadcast News (1987) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-01-08
Top Cast
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Holly Hunter
Jane Craig
William Hurt
Tom Grunick
Albert Brooks
Aaron Altman
Robert Prosky
Ernie Merriman
Lois Chiles
Jennifer Mack
Joan Cusack
Blair Litton
Peter Hackes
Paul Moore
Christian Clemenson
Bobby
Jack Nicholson
Bill Rorich
Robert Katims
Martin Klein
Ed Wheeler
George Wein
Stephen Mendillo
Gerald Grunick
Kimber Shoop
Young Tom
Dwayne Markee
Young Aaron
Gennie James
Young Jane
Leo Burmester
Jane's Dad
Amy Brooks
Elli Merriman
Jane Welch
Anne Merriman
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 16, 1987
Wide Cinema Exhibition
June 18, 2009
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$20M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$67.3M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
3.37x
+$47.3M net gain
Theatrical Status
Mega Hit
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James L. Brooks
- Screenplay & Story
- James L. Brooks
- Original Score
- Bill Conti
- Original Title
- Broadcast News
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, French, Spanish, German
- Runtime
- 2h 13m
- Production Budget
- $20M
- Worldwide Gross
- $67.3M
- Production Studios
- Amercent Films, American Entertainment Partners L.P., Gracie Films, 20th Century Fox
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James L. Brooks
James L. Brooks
Bill Conti
Michael Ballhaus
Richard Marks
James L. Brooks, Polly Platt
Department Leadership Roster
James L. Brooks
Director
James L. Brooks
Producer
Bill Conti
Original Music Composer
Michael Ballhaus
Director of Photography
Richard Marks
Editor
Charles Rosen
Production Design
Molly Maginnis
Costume Design
Jery Hewitt
Stunt Coordinator
James L. Brooks
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Broadcast News
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Broadcast News about?
A 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.
Who directed Broadcast News?
Broadcast News was directed by James L. Brooks.
Who stars in Broadcast News?
The principal cast of Broadcast News includes Holly Hunter, William Hurt, Albert Brooks, Robert Prosky, Lois Chiles.
When was Broadcast News released and how long is it?
Broadcast News was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 2h 13m.
What was the box office and production budget of Broadcast News?
Broadcast News had a reported production budget of $20M and grossed $67.3M at the worldwide box office (3.37 return on budget, classified as a blockbuster success).
Who composed the musical score for Broadcast News?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Broadcast News was composed by Bill Conti.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Broadcast News?
Broadcast News holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).