The Front Page 1931

Synopsis:

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.

Directed by: Lewis Milestone
Written by: Ben Hecht & Charles MacArthur & Herman J. Mankiewicz
Runtime: 101 minutes
Critics score:
Tagline: A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!
Cast:
Pat O’Brien
Pat O’Brien
Hildy Johnson 
Adolphe Menjou
Adolphe Menjou
Walter Burns 
Mary Brian
Mary Brian
Peggy Grant 
Edward Everett Horton
Edward Everett Horton
Bensinger 
Walter Catlett
Walter Catlett
Murphy 
George E. Stone
George E. Stone
Earl Williams 
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Also known as:
  • Última Hora
  • 犯罪都市(1931)