News at Eleven
Synopsis
When television news director Eric Ross pressures esteemed senior anchor Frank Kenley to sensationalize the news, Kenley isn't pleased -- and the conflict comes to a head when a local high school sex scandal hits the news. As Ross pushes him to play up the story, Kenley wrestles with the moral complexities of the situation and tries to find the balance between the public's need to know and the individual's rights.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 2, 1986
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Mike Robe
- Screenplay & Story
- Mike Robe
- Original Score
- Mark Snow
- Original Title
- News at Eleven
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Finnegan Associates, The Turman-Foster Company, CBS, ITC Entertainment
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Mike Robe
Mike Robe
Mark Snow
Fred J. Koenekamp
Scott Conrad
Bill Finnegan, David Foster, Sheldon Pinchuk, Lawrence Turman
Department Leadership Roster
Mike Robe
Director
Mike Robe
Writer
Fred J. Koenekamp
Director of Photography
Scott Conrad
Editor
Mark Snow
Original Music Composer
Bill Finnegan
Producer
Sheldon Pinchuk
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About News at Eleven
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What is News at Eleven about?
When television news director Eric Ross pressures esteemed senior anchor Frank Kenley to sensationalize the news, Kenley isn't pleased -- and the conflict comes to a head when a local high school sex scandal hits the news. As Ross pushes him to play up the story, Kenley wrestles with the moral complexities of the situation and tries to find the balance between the public's need to know and the individual's rights.
Who directed News at Eleven?
News at Eleven was directed by Mike Robe.
Who stars in News at Eleven?
The principal cast of News at Eleven includes Martin Sheen, Peter Riegert, Barbara Babcock, David Sheiner, Christopher Allport.
When was News at Eleven released and how long is it?
News at Eleven was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for News at Eleven?
The original motion picture soundtrack for News at Eleven was composed by Mark Snow.