Newsfront
1978, English. Directed by Phillip Noyce.
They lived, died, laughed and loved behind a newsreel camera.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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- Released
- 29 July 1978
- Country
- Australia
- Written by
- Phillip Noyce
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How long is Newsfront?
Newsfront runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Newsfront have a post-credits scene?
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Which OTT platform is Newsfront on?
Newsfront isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Newsfront?
If you liked Newsfront, try The Indian Runner, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, East of Eden.
Who directed Newsfront?
Newsfront (1978) was directed by Phillip Noyce and stars Bill Hunter, Wendy Hughes, Gerard Kennedy.