Movie

Behind The Headlines

“Sizzling drama of a short-wave news hound who lived on thrills.”

★ 6.6(4)193758m

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Where to watch Behind The Headlines

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Good to know

Director: Richard Rosson
Release date: 1937-05-14
Runtime: 58m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About Behind The Headlines

Behind The Headlines is a 1937 movie in the Action, Adventure and Crime genres, directed by Richard Rosson, starring Lee Tracy, Diana Gibson and Phillip Huston. It has a runtime of 58 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.6/10 from 4 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Behind The Headlines in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A radio reporter sets out to rescue his ex-girlfriend when she is kidnapped by gangsters.

Cast

Lee Tracy

Eddie Haines

Diana Gibson

Mary Bradley

Phillip Huston

Alan Bennett

Paul Guilfoyle

Art Martin

Donald Meek

Potter

Tom Kennedy

Tiny

Frank M. Thomas

Naylor

Doodles Weaver

Duggan

Arthur Thalasso

Johnny

Ralph Robertson

Announcer

Edith Craig

Bennett's Secretary

Stanley Blystone

Fire Chief

Themes & keywords

rescuereporter

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Behind The Headlines in Canada?+

Behind The Headlines is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Behind The Headlines on Netflix?+

Behind The Headlines is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Behind The Headlines?+

Behind The Headlines has a runtime of 58 minutes (58 minutes).

Who stars in Behind The Headlines?+

Behind The Headlines stars Lee Tracy, Diana Gibson, Phillip Huston, Paul Guilfoyle and Donald Meek.

When did Behind The Headlines come out?+

Behind The Headlines is a 1937 movie directed by Richard Rosson.

What genre is Behind The Headlines?+

Behind The Headlines is Action, Adventure and Crime film.

Who directed Behind The Headlines?+

Behind The Headlines was directed by Richard Rosson.