Peter Finch

Peter Finch

Frederick George Peter Ingle Finch (28 September 1916 – 14 January 1977) was an English-Australian actor. He is best remembered for his role as crazed television anchorman Howard Beale in the 1976 film Network, which earned him a posthumous Academy Award for Best Actor, his fifth Best Actor award from the BAFTA, and a Best Actor award from the Golden Globes. He was the first of two people to win a posthumous Academy Award in an acting category; the other was fellow Australian Heath Ledger.

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Peter Finch Movies

Discover the best Peter Finch movies. Explore the complete filmography, including top-rated classics, newest releases, and highest-grossing films starring Peter Finch ranked by year and score.

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Network

Network (1976)

Drama
After twenty-five years behind the anchor desk, Howard Beale gets pushed out by a network that sees him as a liability. His response is to go on air and announce...
Score 7.8
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The Flight of the Phoenix

The Flight of the Phoenix (1965)

Adventure Drama
When a cargo plane goes down in the Sahara during a brutal sandstorm, the handful of survivors face a simple equation: build something that can fly, or die in the...
Score 7.2

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According to aggregate user scores, the absolute best titles starring Peter Finch are Network and The Flight of the Phoenix.
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Our database currently features a comprehensive filmography of 2 titles starring Peter Finch, ranging from their earliest roles to the newest releases.
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