Behind the News
“SEARING DRAMA!”
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As suggested by its title, Behind the News was a "stop the presses!" yarn set in a big-city newsroom. Lloyd Nolan is top-billed as a cynical reporter with a penchant for sticking his neck out too far. Frank Albertson costars as a cub reporter fresh out of journalism school, whose presence is resented by Nolan and his fellow workers. But it is Albertson who, after running afoul of the law, is instrumental in breaking up a ring of racketeers. Behind the News was remade by Republic as Headline Hunters (55).
Cast
Lloyd Nolan
as Stuart Woodrow
Frank Albertson
as Jeff Flavin
Doris Davenport
as Barbara Shaw
Robert Armstrong
as Vic Archer
Charles Halton
as Neil Saunders
Paul Harvey
as D. A. Hardin S. Kelly
Harry Tyler
as Monroe
Dick Elliott
as Foster
Archie Twitchell
as Reporter
Eddie Fetherston
as Toots - Reporter
Eddie Conrad
as Enrico
Frank Puglia
as Tomas Almedo
Inez Palange
as Almedo's Landlady
Charles Stevens
as Carlos Marquez
Eddy Chandler
as Thug
Elliott Sullivan
as Thug
Veda Ann Borg
as Newspaper Receptionist
Carol Adams
as Radio Station Mail Clerk
Milton Parsons
as Eddie, tall morgue attendant
Harry C. Bradley
as Justice of the Peace
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About Behind the News
“SEARING DRAMA!”
As suggested by its title, Behind the News was a "stop the presses!" yarn set in a big-city newsroom. Lloyd Nolan is top-billed as a cynical reporter with a penchant for sticking his neck out too far. Frank Albertson costars as a cub reporter fresh out of journalism school, whose presence is resented by Nolan and his fellow workers. But it is Albertson who, after running afoul of the law, is instrumental in breaking up a ring of racketeers. Behind the News was remade by Republic as Headline Hunters (55). Running 75 minutes.
Behind the News Cast and Characters
The cast features Lloyd Nolan (as Stuart Woodrow), Frank Albertson (as Jeff Flavin), Doris Davenport (as Barbara Shaw), Robert Armstrong (as Vic Archer), and Charles Halton (as Neil Saunders). Their performances are a major reason Behind the News has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Behind the News NowWhy People Are Watching Behind the News
There's a reason Behind the News keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and tight pacing that earns its twists. If you enjoy Inglés storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Behind the News online for free?
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How long is Behind the News?
Behind the News runs for 75 minutes (about 1.3 hour).
Is Behind the News good? What's the rating?
Behind the News holds a 8.0/10 rating based on 2 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Behind the News?
The main cast includes Lloyd Nolan, Frank Albertson, Doris Davenport, and Robert Armstrong, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Behind the News available in Inglés?
Yes — Behind the News was originally produced in Inglés and that's the version you'll stream here on CineFlixo. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was Behind the News released?
Behind the News was released in 1940.
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What is Behind the News about?
Behind the News is a Drama/Crime English-language film. As suggested by its title, Behind the News was a "stop the presses!" yarn set in a big-city newsroom. Lloyd Nolan is top-billed as a cynical reporter with a penchant for sticking his neck out too far. Frank Albertson costars as a cub reporter fresh out of journalism school, whose presence is resented by Nolan and his fellow workers. But it is Albertson who, after running afoul of the law, is instrumental in breaking up a ring of racketeers. Behind the News was remade by Republic as Headline Hunters (55).
When was Behind the News released?
Behind the News was released on December 20, 1940. It has a runtime of 1h 15m. The film was produced by Republic Pictures.
Who stars in Behind the News?
Behind the News stars Lloyd Nolan, Frank Albertson, Doris Davenport and Robert Armstrong. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Behind the News available in HD?
Yes, Behind the News is available to stream in high definition (HD) on CineFlixo. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.