Newsfront (1978): cast, story & where to watch
1978 · Film · ★ 5.4
Released in 1978, Newsfront is a drama film directed by Phillip Noyce, running about 110 minutes. “They lived, died, laughed and loved behind a newsreel camera.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two brothers working as news cameramen for competing companies in '50s Australia find their lives dramatically affected by the constantly changing times in which they live.
Who’s in it. Newsfront stars Bill Hunter as Len Maguire, Wendy Hughes as Amy Mackenzie, Gerard Kennedy as Frank Maguire and Chris Haywood as Chris Hewitt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, Newsfront has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In AU you can stream it on Foxtel Now. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Newsfront page.
If you liked it. Fans of Newsfront tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Newsfront (1978)?
- In AU, Newsfront is available to stream on Foxtel Now. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Newsfront worth watching?
- Newsfront holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Newsfront?
- Newsfront stars Bill Hunter, Wendy Hughes, Gerard Kennedy, Chris Haywood and John Ewart.
- When was Newsfront released?
- Newsfront was released in 1978, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.