The Front Page
"It's the hottest story since the Chicago fire...and they're sitting on it."
Originally released in 1974. The Front Page is a comedy film. directed by Billy Wilder.
Starring Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, and Susan Sarandon
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 1, 1974
51 years ago
Runtime
1h 45m
105 minutes total
User Rating
7.3/10
Great (373 votes)
Budget
$4M
Production budget
Box Office
$15M
3.8x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $15,000,000
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
How long is The Front Page?
The Front Page has a runtime of 1 hours and 45 minutes (105 minutes total).
When was The Front Page released?
The Front Page was released on November 1, 1974 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Front Page?
The main cast of The Front Page includes Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia, David Wayne.
Is The Front Page worth watching?
The Front Page has a user rating of 7.3/10 based on 373 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.