1931
6.5 (72 votes)
1h 41m
Genres
Comedy
Crime
Drama
Romance
Production Companies
The Caddo Company
The Front Page
A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!
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.
Key Crew
Director: Lewis Milestone
Writer: Ben Hecht, Charles MacArthur
Producer: Howard Hughes
Director of Photography: Glen MacWilliams
