Newspaper man "Hildy" (Pat O'Brien) is heading to New York with his fiancée "P...
The Front Page
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.
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The Front Page
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
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Status
Released
Release Date
Apr 4, 1931
Runtime
1h 41m
Genres
Comedy, Crime, Drama, Romance
User Score
65%
Original Title
The Front Page
Production Companies
The Caddo Company
Director
Lewis Milestone
Description
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.