Behind the News(1940)
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Behind the News Synopsis
As suggested by its title, Behind the News was a "stop the presses!" yarn set in a big-city newsroom. Lloyd Nolan is top-billed as a cynical reporter with a penchant for sticking his neck out too far. Frank Albertson costars as a cub reporter fresh out of journalism school, whose presence is resented by Nolan and his fellow workers. But it is Albertson who, after running afoul of the law, is instrumental in breaking up a ring of racketeers. Behind the News was remade by Republic as Headline Hunters (55).
Behind the News (1940) is a drama and crime film directed by Joseph Santley, released on December 20, 1940 with a runtime of 1h 15m. It stars Lloyd Nolan, Frank Albertson, Doris Davenport and Robert Armstrong. Viewers rate it 8.0 out of 10 across 2 ratings.
- Director:
- Joseph Santley
- Writers:
- Isabel Dawn, Boyce DeGaw
- Producers:
- Robert North
- Cinematographer:
- Jack A. Marta
- Production:
- Republic Pictures
- Status:
- Released
Behind the News Cast & Crew
Main cast
Lloyd Nolan
as Stuart Woodrow
Frank Albertson
as Jeff Flavin
Doris Davenport
as Barbara Shaw
Robert Armstrong
as Vic Archer
Charles Halton
as Neil Saunders
Paul Harvey
as D. A. Hardin S. Kelly
Harry Tyler
as Monroe
Dick Elliott
as Foster
Archie Twitchell
as Reporter
Eddie Fetherston
as Toots - Reporter
Eddie Conrad
as Enrico
Frank Puglia
as Tomas Almedo
Key crew
Directed by Joseph Santley, written by Isabel Dawn and Boyce DeGaw, produced by Robert North.
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Behind the News Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 8.0/10 from 2 ratings.
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Behind the News – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Behind the News online?
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Who stars in Behind the News?
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The main cast of Behind the News (1940) includes Lloyd Nolan, Frank Albertson, Doris Davenport, Robert Armstrong and Charles Halton. The film was directed by Joseph Santley. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Behind the News released?
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Behind the News was released on December 20, 1940 and runs for 1h 15m.
Is Behind the News worth watching?
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Behind the News (1940) holds an average rating of 8.0 out of 10 from 2 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and crime films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.