News Is Made at Night 1939
"THE MAN WHO LIVED A FANTASTIC HOAX AND VICTIMIZED A NATION!"
Dive into the high-stakes world of 1939's *News Is Made at Night*, a gripping action-comedy directed by Alfred L. Werker.
Director: Alfred L. Werker
Cast
Preston Foster
Steve Drum
Lynn Bari
Maxine Thomas
Russell Gleason
Albert Hockman
George Barbier
Clanahan
Eddie Collins
Billiard
Minor Watson
Charles Coulton AKA Clifford Mussey
Charles Halton
Lt. Governor Elmer Hinge
Paul Harvey
Inspector Melrose
Richard Lane
Barney Basely
Charles Lane
District Attorney Rufe Reynolds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is News Is Made at Night (1939) about?
This 1939 action-comedy follows a determined newspaper editor who resorts to extreme measures to boost his paper's circulation. His crusade to free a condemned man inadvertently leads him to frame a wealthy ex-criminal for a string of murders, creating a web of deception that captivates the nation.
Who directed News Is Made at Night?
Alfred L. Werker directed *News Is Made at Night (1939)*, bringing his signature flair for blending drama and dark humor to this engaging thriller.
Who stars in News Is Made at Night?
The film features Preston Foster as the determined editor, joined by Lynn Bari as the leading lady, alongside standout performances from Russell Gleason and George Barbier.
Is News Is Made at Night (1939) worth watching?
While *News Is Made at Night* may not boast a high IMDb rating due to its age, its fast-paced narrative, sharp performances, and themes of media manipulation make it a compelling watch for fans of classic action-comedies and 1930s cinema.
How long is News Is Made at Night?
The runtime of *News Is Made at Night (1939)* is 75 minutes.
About News Is Made at Night (1939) — A 1939 Newspaper Thriller with Preston Foster and Lynn Bari
Dive into the high-stakes world of 1939's *News Is Made at Night*, a gripping action-comedy directed by Alfred L. Werker. The film follows Preston Foster as a relentless newspaper editor who'll stop at nothing to boost circulation, even orchestrating a daring campaign to free a condemned man while framing a wealthy ex-criminal for a series of chilling murders. With Lynn Bari as the determined leading lady and Russell Gleason delivering sharp supporting turns, this fast-paced thriller blends sharp wit with moral dilemmas, set against a backdrop of journalistic ambition and public deception.
The atmosphere crackles with tension as Foster's unorthodox tactics reveal the blurred lines between truth and sensationalism, all while the nation's attention hangs in the balance. A classic gem for fans of pre-WWII cinema, *News Is Made at Night (1939)* offers a thrilling exploration of media ethics wrapped in a punchy, seventy-five-minute narrative.
