Newsboys' Home (1938): cast, story & where to watch

1938 · Film · ★ 6

Newsboys' Home poster

Released in 1938, Newsboys' Home is an action, drama and crime film directed by Arthur Lubin, running about 73 minutes. “FIGHTING WITH TIGER FURY TO SAVE THE ONLY HOME THEY EVER KNEW! HEART-STOPPING DRAMA OF LONELY KIDS CAUGHT IN THE JUNGLE OF PITILESS STREETS!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A beautiful girl inherits a newspaper that sponsors a charity home for boys.

Who’s in it. Newsboys' Home stars Jackie Cooper as Rifle Edwards, Edmund Lowe as Perry Warner, Wendy Barrie as Gwen Dutton and Edward Norris as Frankie Barber, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Newsboys' Home 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 Newsboys' Home page.

If you liked it. Fans of Newsboys' Home 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 Newsboys' Home (1938)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Newsboys' Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Newsboys' Home worth watching?
Newsboys' Home holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Newsboys' Home?
Newsboys' Home stars Jackie Cooper, Edmund Lowe, Wendy Barrie, Edward Norris and Samuel S. Hinds.
When was Newsboys' Home released?
Newsboys' Home was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 73 minutes.