This Man Is News (1938): cast, story & where to watch
1938 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1938, This Man Is News is a comedy and mystery film directed by David MacDonald, running about 77 minutes.
What it’s about. A newspaper reporter keeps beating the police to clues in a current murder case. This makes the police think he may be involved in the crime.
Who’s in it. This Man Is News stars Barry K. Barnes as Simon Drake, Alastair Sim as MacGregor, Valerie Hobson as Pat Drake and John Warwick as Johnnie Clayton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, This Man Is News has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch This Man Is News page.
If you liked it. Fans of This Man Is News tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch This Man Is News (1938)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for This Man Is News change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is This Man Is News worth watching?
- This Man Is News holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in This Man Is News?
- This Man Is News stars Barry K. Barnes, Alastair Sim, Valerie Hobson, John Warwick and Philip Leaver.
- When was This Man Is News released?
- This Man Is News was released in 1938, with a runtime of about 77 minutes.