Star Reporter (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1939, Star Reporter is a drama and crime film directed by Howard Bretherton, running about 62 minutes. “He Asked For A MURDER and HE GOT ONE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An idealistic young newspaper reporter crusades against organized crime.
Who’s in it. Star Reporter stars Warren Hull as John Randolph, Marsha Hunt as Barbara Burnette, Wallis Clark as William Burnette and Clay Clement as Whittaker, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Star Reporter has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Star Reporter page.
If you liked it. Fans of Star Reporter tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Star Reporter (1939)?
- In GB, Star Reporter is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Star Reporter worth watching?
- Star Reporter holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Star Reporter?
- Star Reporter stars Warren Hull, Marsha Hunt, Wallis Clark, Clay Clement and Morgan Wallace.
- When was Star Reporter released?
- Star Reporter was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 62 minutes.