The Front Page
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.
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Frequently asked questions about The Front Page
Where can I watch The Front Page in the United States?
The Front Page is available to stream on YouTube TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Front Page for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Front Page needs a subscription to YouTube TV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Front Page?
The Front Page scores 7.3 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Front Page?
The Front Page stars Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Susan Sarandon, Vincent Gardenia, and David Wayne. Billy Wilder is the director.
How long is The Front Page?
The Front Page runs 1h 45m (105 minutes).
When did The Front Page come out?
The Front Page was released on November 1, 1974.
Which studio made The Front Page?
The Front Page was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Front Page?
The Front Page was made on a budget of $4,000,000.
How much did The Front Page make at the box office?
The Front Page grossed $15,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $4,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.