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The Front Page

1931·Movie
1h 41min·NR
70
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb6.7Metacritic764.3Rotten Tomatoes88%59%
IMDb6.7Metacritic764.3Rotten Tomatoes88%59%

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The Front Page fingerprint

High energy, funny, light on feelings.

Energy

Breakneck

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace9
  • Adrenaline6
  • Tension5

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Wholesome5

Humor

Plenty of sharp wit and satire

  • Wit & Wordplay9
  • Satire & Parody8
  • Physical Comedy7

World

History, crime, and politics

  • Dialogue Centrality10
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances, dialogue, and direction

  • Acting9
  • Dialogue Quality9
  • Direction8

Style

Standout editing

  • Editing9
  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

A Picture That Has Cracked This Shock-Proof Town Wide Open!

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.
Fast-Paced Screwball ComedyCynical Newspaper DramaSharp DialogueQuirky CharactersHistorical SettingCrime InvestigationShowbiz IntrigueSocial CommentaryEnergetic Performances

Crew

Directed by:
Lewis Milestone, Nate Watt
Written by:
Charles MacArthur, Ben Hecht, Bartlett Cormack
Produced by:
Lewis Milestone, Howard Hughes, Charles Stallings
Composed by:
Frank Grenzback

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Front Page

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Front Page legally?

fuboTVMGM+PhiloBrewKanopyCriterionPluto TVPlex

The Front Page is included with a subscription to fuboTV, Philo, Brew, and MGM+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Pluto TV, and Plex. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Front Page worth watching?

70
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 70/100 (IMDb 6.7, Rotten Tomatoes 88%, and Metacritic 76). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Front Page rated?

NRStrong language

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is The Front Page?

1 h 41 min

The Front Page runs 1 h 41 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Front Page?

Critics82
Audiences56

Not quite. Critics rate The Front Page higher (82) than audiences (56). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Front Page in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Front Page?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Front Page in 138 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Front Page use?

Batman GambitImpersonating an OfficerYou Got MurderFollow the Bouncing BallBlatant LiesSleazy PoliticianManipulative BastardTrain-Station GoodbyeIdiot BallGroin Attack"Where Are They Now?" EpilogueLast-Minute Reprieveand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for The Front Page, including Batman Gambit, Impersonating an Officer, You Got Murder.