His Girl Friday poster

His Girl Friday (1940)

"They're at each other's throats when they're not in each other's arms!"

7.419401h 32mEN
ComedyRomanceDrama

Directed by Howard Hawks

Rating

7.4/10

Runtime

1h 32m

Language

EN

Release

January 18, 1940

Director

Howard Hawks

Official Trailer

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Overview

Walter Burns is an irresistibly conniving newspaper publisher desperate to woo back his paper’s star reporter, who also happens to be his estranged wife. She’s threatening to quit and settle down with a new beau, but, as Walter knows, she has a weakness: she can’t resist a juicy scoop.

Cast

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

Walter Burns

Rosalind Russell

Rosalind Russell

Hildy Johnson

Ralph Bellamy

Ralph Bellamy

Bruce Baldwin

Gene Lockhart

Gene Lockhart

Sheriff Hartwell

Porter Hall

Porter Hall

Murphy

Ernest Truex

Ernest Truex

Bensinger

Cliff Edwards

Cliff Edwards

Endicott

Clarence Kolb

Clarence Kolb

Mayor

Roscoe Karns

Roscoe Karns

McCue

Frank Jenks

Frank Jenks

Wilson

Regis Toomey

Regis Toomey

Sanders

Abner Biberman

Abner Biberman

Louie

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into His Girl Friday (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Walter Burns is an irresistibly conniving newspaper publisher desperate to woo back his paper’s star reporter, who also happens to be his estranged wife. She’s threatening to quit and settle down with a new beau, but, as Walter knows, she has a weakness: she can’t resist a juicy scoop.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of His Girl Friday. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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