Man From Headquarters
""THEY DON'T DARE KILL A REPORTER!" It's easy for an editor to say that, but he knows if he puts the finger on an underworld czar, he is a dead man!"
Originally released in 1942. Man From Headquarters is a comedy/crime film. directed by Jean Yarbrough. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Frank Albertson, Joan Woodbury, and Dick Elliott
Synopsis
A police reporter solves a murder case in Chicago, then moves on to St. Louis-but not voluntarily, since he has been kidnapped by the minions of the Windy City gang leader against whom he is scheduled to testify.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 23, 1942
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Frank Albertson
as Larry Doyle
Joan Woodbury
as Ann Weston
Dick Elliott
as Editor Elwin A. Jonas
Byron Foulger
as Hotel Manager Clark
John Maxwell
as Managing Editor Marvin
Robert Kellard
as Hotel Clerk
Gwen Kenyon
as Hat Check Girl
Jack Mulhall
as Whalen, Reporter
Max Hoffman Jr.
as Gang Leader Louis Padroni
Paul Bryar
as Knuckles
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Monogram Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Man From Headquarters about?
A police reporter solves a murder case in Chicago, then moves on to St. Louis-but not voluntarily, since he has been kidnapped by the minions of the Windy City gang leader against whom he is schedu...
Who directed Man From Headquarters?
Man From Headquarters was directed by Jean Yarbrough.
How long is Man From Headquarters?
Man From Headquarters has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Man From Headquarters released?
Man From Headquarters was released on January 23, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Man From Headquarters?
The main cast of Man From Headquarters includes Frank Albertson, Joan Woodbury, Dick Elliott, Byron Foulger, John Maxwell.