THE FRONT PAGE (1931)

The Front Page
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The Front Page
A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!
Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance
April 4, 1931
English
1h 41m
United States
The Caddo Company

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 & Characters

Pat O’Brien

Hildy Johnson

Adolphe Menjou

Walter Burns

Mary Brian

Peggy Grant

George E. Stone

Earl Williams

Clarence Wilson

Sheriff Hartman

Fred Howard

Schwartz

Phil Tead

Wilson

Spencer Charters

Woodenshoes

Maurice Black

Diamond Louie

Effie Ellsler

Mrs. Grant

James Gordon

The Mayor

Herman J. Mankiewicz

(Undetermined Secondary Role)

Crew

Ben Hecht

Writer

Charles Lederer

Screenplay

Glen MacWilliams

Director of Photography

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