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The Front Page

The Front Page

A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!

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.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Front Page
  • Genres: Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 1931-04-04
  • Runtime: 101 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (73 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: The Caddo Company, United Artists
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.2599
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Pat O’Brien

Pat O’Brien

as Hildy Johnson

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

as Walter Burns

Mary Brian

Mary Brian

as Peggy Grant

Edward Everett Horton

Edward Everett Horton

as Bensinger

Walter Catlett

Walter Catlett

as Murphy

George E. Stone

George E. Stone

as Earl Williams

Mae Clarke

Mae Clarke

as Molly

Slim Summerville

Slim Summerville

as Pincus

Matt Moore

Matt Moore

as Kruger

Frank McHugh

Frank McHugh

as McCue

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Keywords

newspaperescaped convictreporterscrewball comedynewspaper editorpre-codeeditorpress roomrolltop desk

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Front Page?

The Front Page is a Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1931-04-04.

Who are the main actors in The Front Page?

The main cast includes Pat O’Brien, Adolphe Menjou, Mary Brian, Edward Everett Horton, Walter Catlett, .

Where can I watch The Front Page online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Front Page is available.

Is The Front Page based on a true story?

A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!

What is the IMDb rating of The Front Page?

The Front Page has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 73 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Front Page?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Front Page?

The soundtrack was composed by The Caddo Company, United Artists. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Front Page filmed?

The Front Page was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Front Page?

The total runtime of The Front Page is 101 minutes.

Is The Front Page suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Front Page?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Front Page.

Does The Front Page have a post-credit scene?

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