George Clooney's Broadway play, based on his 2005 film, allowed viewers at home to see the actor's much-hyped turn as Edward R. Murrow through CNN's live television event.

Clooney, who directed the 2005 film version, plays journalist Edward R. Murrow in the play, his Broadway debut

The actor made Broadway history by presenting his Broadway debut on television, the first play to be televised live.