Headline Crasher(1937)
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Headline Crasher Synopsis
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.
Headline Crasher (1937) is a mystery, drama and romance film directed by Leslie Goodwins, released on August 4, 1937 with a runtime of 58m. It stars Frankie Darro, Kane Richmond, Muriel Evans and Richard Tucker. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 1 ratings.
- Director:
- Leslie Goodwins
- Writers:
- Peter B. Kyne, Sherman L. Lowe, Harry O. Hoyt
- Producers:
- Maurice Conn
- Cinematographer:
- Gilbert Warrenton
- Production:
- Conn Pictures Corporation
- Status:
- Released
Headline Crasher Cast & Crew
Main cast
Frankie Darro
as James 'Jimmy' Forbush Tallant, Jr.
Kane Richmond
as Lawrence 'Larry' Deering
Muriel Evans
as Edith Arlen
Richard Tucker
as Sen. James Tallant
John Merton
as Tony Scarlotti
Eleanor Stewart
as Helen
Edward Earle
as Atwood
Harry Harvey
as City Editor
John Ward
as Campaign Manager
- Edward Kaye
Edward Kaye
as Bill (uncredited)
Key crew
Directed by Leslie Goodwins, written by Peter B. Kyne, Sherman L. Lowe and Harry O. Hoyt, produced by Maurice Conn.
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Headline Crasher Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 1 ratings.
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Headline Crasher – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Headline Crasher online?
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Headline Crasher (1937) is available to stream on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel and MGM Plus. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Headline Crasher?
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The main cast of Headline Crasher (1937) includes Frankie Darro, Kane Richmond, Muriel Evans, Richard Tucker and John Merton. The film was directed by Leslie Goodwins. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Headline Crasher released?
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Headline Crasher was released on August 4, 1937 and runs for 58m.
Is Headline Crasher worth watching?
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Headline Crasher (1937) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 1 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy mystery, drama and romance films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.