The Front Page (1931)

The Front Page (1931)

A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open! 1931-04-04 United States of America 101 Min. PG-13
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Overview

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

Pat O’Brien is Hildy Johnson
Hildy Johnson
Adolphe Menjou is Walter Burns
Walter Burns
Mary Brian is Peggy Grant
Peggy Grant
George E. Stone is Earl Williams
Earl Williams
Mae Clarke is Molly
Matt Moore is Kruger
Clarence Wilson is Sheriff Hartman
Sheriff Hartman
Fred Howard is Schwartz
Schwartz