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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.
The Front Page is a film that explores themes of newspaper, escaped convict, reporter. It also touches on screwball comedy and newspaper editor and pre-code.
Director
Lewis Milestone
Cast
Adolphe Menjou, Pat O'Brien, Mary Brian, Edward Everett Horton, Walter Catlett, George E. Stone, Mae Clarke, Slim Summerville, Matt Moore, Frank McHugh
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The Front Page
You can watch The Front Page (1931) for free on Kanopy, rent on Fandango At Home, or buy on Fandango At Home.
IMDb
6.5/10
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88%
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Director
Lewis Milestone
Cast
Adolphe Menjou, Pat O'Brien, Mary Brian, Edward Everett Horton, Walter Catlett, George E. Stone, Mae Clarke, Slim Summerville, Matt Moore, Frank McHugh
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