The Front Page
United States • 1931 • 1h 41m
Director
Synopsis
Hildy Johnson is an investigative reporter looking for a bigger paycheck. When an accused murderer escapes from custody, Hildy sees an opportunity for the story of a lifetime. But when he finds the criminal, he learns that the man may not be guilty. With the help of his editor, Hildy attempts to hide the convict, uncover the conspiracy and write the scoop of his career.
Synopsis
Hildy Johnson is an investigative reporter looking for a bigger paycheck. When an accused murderer escapes from custody, Hildy sees an opportunity for the story of a lifetime. But when he finds the criminal, he learns that the man may not be guilty. With the help of his editor, Hildy attempts to hide the convict, uncover the conspiracy and write the scoop of his career.
Credits
Crew
DirectorLewis Milestone
WriterBen Hecht, Charles MacArthur
CinematographerGlen MacWilliams
EditorDuncan Mansfield
ProducerHoward Hughes
Cast
Pat O'Brienas Hildy Johnson
Adolphe Menjouas Walter Burns
Mary Brianas Peggy Grant
Edward Everett Hortonas Bensinger