Good Night, and Good Luck

Directed by George Clooney, this film details the conflict between newscaster Edward R. Murrow and Sen. Joseph McCarthy during the 1950s, one that had Murrow defying corporate sponsorship as he and his news team reported on the tactics of McCarthy's Un-American Activities Committee. McCarthy accused Murrow of being a communist and a huge public feud erupted. The McCarthy/Murrow feud is considered a huge leap forward for objective journalism.

GENRE: Drama
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Oct 7, 2005

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How long is Good Night, and Good Luck?: Good Night, and Good Luck is 1 hr 33 min long.

Who directed Good Night, and Good Luck?: George Clooney

Who is Edward R. Murrow in Good Night, and Good Luck?: David Strathairn plays Edward R. Murrow in the film.

What is Good Night, and Good Luck about?: Directed by George Clooney, this film details the conflict between newscaster Edward R. Murrow and Sen. Joseph McCarthy during the 1950s, one that had Murrow defying corporate sponsorship as he and his news team reported on the tactics of McCarthy's Un-American Activities Committee. McCarthy accused Murrow of being a communist and a huge public feud erupted. The McCarthy/Murrow feud is considered a huge leap forward for objective journalism.