Behind The Headlines (1937): cast, story & where to watch
1937 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1937, Behind The Headlines is an action, crime and adventure film directed by Richard Rosson, running about 58 minutes. “Sizzling drama of a short-wave news hound who lived on thrills.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A radio reporter sets out to rescue his ex-girlfriend when she is kidnapped by gangsters.
Who’s in it. Behind The Headlines stars Lee Tracy as Eddie Haines, Diana Gibson as Mary Bradley, Philip Huston as Alan Bennett and Paul Guilfoyle as Art Martin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Behind The Headlines has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Behind The Headlines page.
If you liked it. Fans of Behind The Headlines tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Behind The Headlines (1937)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Behind The Headlines change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Behind The Headlines worth watching?
- Behind The Headlines holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Behind The Headlines?
- Behind The Headlines stars Lee Tracy, Diana Gibson, Philip Huston, Paul Guilfoyle and Donald Meek.