Charles MacArthur
November 5, 1895
Charles MacArthur was an American playwright, screenwriter, and journalist, renowned for his collaborations with Ben Hecht. Together, they co-wrote the classic play The Front Page (1928), a satirical look at newspaper reporters that has been adapted multiple times for stage and screen. MacArthur al…
Known For
5 titles
Angels with Dirty Faces
A priest tries to stop a gangster from corrupting a group of street kids.
Wuthering Heights
A servant in the house of Wuthering Heights tells a traveler the unfortunate tale of lovers Cathy and Heathcliff.
Switching Channels
A television news chief courts his anchorwoman ex-wife with an eleventh-hour story.
The Front Page
A crusading newspaper editor tricks his retiring star reporter into covering one last case.
Crime Without Passion
Prominent lawyer shoots unfaithful girlfriend during quarrel, has to establish alibi.