The Paper

Henry Hackett, a workaholic tabloid editor, has to juggle personal issues, difficult coworkers, a tempting job offer, a looming deadline and a race to land an exclusive on a recent high-profile murder case, all during one hectic workday.

Cast

Michael Keaton

as Henry Hackett

Robert Duvall

as Bernie White

Glenn Close

as Alicia Clark

Marisa Tomei

as Martha Hackett

Randy Quaid

as Michael McDougal

Jason Alexander

as Marion Sandusky

Catherine O'Hara

as Susan

Jason Robards

as Graham Keighley

Siobhan Fallon Hogan

as Lisa

Jill Hennessy

as Deanne White

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