Headline Crasher

1937·Movie
58min·NR
56
DecentGoodWatch score
IMDb5.6Metacritic––Rotten Tomatoes––

Where to watch

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloFawesomeCineverse

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Headline Crasher fingerprint

Light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace7
  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline5

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Hopefulness6
  • Nostalgia5
  • Wholesome4

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy4
  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Satire & Parody3

World

History and mystery

  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • World Immersion6
  • Novelty4

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue7
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing7
  • Cinematography5
  • Visual Stylization5

Who it's for

AdultsFriends NightPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Senator's Son Defies Police - Scarlotti Mob Threatens Senator

The popular B-flick team of Frankie Darro and Kane Richmond star in the slick quickie Headline Crasher. Little Frankie and Big Kane play a pair of roving journalists who investigate a politician (Richard Tucker) up for re-election. When it seems as though the politico is being set up for a fall by yellow journalists, Darro and Richmond try to get to the truth of the matter. The original story for Headline Crasher is credited to Peter B. Kyne, creator of the "Broncho Billy" western stories.
Classic B-MovieJournalismPolitical IntrigueFast-PacedHistorical SettingCrime InvestigationNostalgic CharmQuickie Production

Crew

Directed by:
Leslie Goodwins
Written by:
Peter B. Kyne, Harry O. Hoyt, Sherman L. Lowe
Produced by:
Maurice Conn

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Headline Crasher

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Where can I stream Headline Crasher legally?

PrimefuboTVMGM+PhiloFawesomeCineverse

Headline Crasher is included with a subscription to Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Philo, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Fawesome and Cineverse. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Headline Crasher worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Headline Crasher rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Headline Crasher?

0 h 58 min

Headline Crasher runs 0 h 58 min.

What language is Headline Crasher in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Headline Crasher?

2CAUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Headline Crasher in 2 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

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