The Front Page

Ruthless Chicago newspaper editor Walter Burns resorts to dubious motives in order to get top reporter Hildy Johnson to cover one more big crime story before retirement.

Tagline

“It's the hottest story since the Chicago fire...and they're sitting on it.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Comedy

Director

Billy Wilder

Original Language

EN

What is The Front Page about?

Ruthless Chicago newspaper editor Walter Burns resorts to dubious motives in order to get top reporter Hildy Johnson to cover one more big crime story before retirement.

Who directed The Front Page?

The Front Page was directed by Billy Wilder.

When was The Front Page released?

The Front Page was released on November 1, 1974.

How long is The Front Page?

The Front Page has a runtime of 1h 45m.

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