The Front Page
The Front Page

Information

Release DateApril 4, 1931
Runtime1h 41m
StatusReleased
ProductionThe Caddo Company, United Artists
LanguagesEnglish
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The Front Page

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

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.

Cast & Crew

Director

Lewis Milestone
Lewis Milestone

Featured Cast

Adolphe Menjou

Adolphe Menjou

Walter Burns

Pat O'Brien

Pat O'Brien

Hildy Johnson

Mary Brian

Mary Brian

Peggy Grant

Edward Everett Horton

Edward Everett Horton

Bensinger

Walter Catlett

Walter Catlett

Murphy

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