Murrow (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film · ★ 5

Released in 1986, Murrow is a drama and tv movie film directed by Jack Gold, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Follow legendary news reporter/commentator from his radio broadcasts from the rooftops of London during the Blitz to his TV documentary series "See It Now" and his confrontations with the Senator from Wisconsin that helped put an end to the witch-hunts.
Who’s in it. Murrow stars Daniel J. Travanti as Edward R. Murrow, Robert Vaughn as Franklin Delano Roosevelt, Kathryn Leigh Scott as Janet Murrow and Dabney Coleman as William Paley, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Murrow has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Murrow page.
If you liked it. Fans of Murrow tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Murrow (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Murrow change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Murrow worth watching?
- Murrow holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Murrow?
- Murrow stars Daniel J. Travanti, Robert Vaughn, Kathryn Leigh Scott, Dabney Coleman and John McMartin.
- When was Murrow released?
- Murrow was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.