Charles MacArthur

Writing

Born November 5, 1895 — Died April 21, 1956

From Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA

Also known as Charles Gordon MacArthur

Biography

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...

Filmography

The Scoundrel

Flop House Bum

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Crime Without Passion

Second Interviewer (uncredited)

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