Broadway Big Shot
"So Hot - They Put Him In The Cooler!"
Originally released in 1942. Broadway Big Shot is a drama film. directed by William Beaudine. At just 63 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ralph Byrd, Virginia Vale, and William Halligan
Synopsis
This drama chronicles the extreme measures taken by a determined young crime reporter to get an interview with a notorious convict. The zealous journalist, also a star quarterback on the town college team, decides to become a convict himself. He gets into the prison, becomes president of the prisoners' union, does his interview, successfully woo's the warden's daughter, and gets out in time to publish his story before anyone else does. His career is off to a tremendous start.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 6, 1942
84 years ago
Runtime
1h 3m
63 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ralph Byrd
as Jimmy O'Brien
Virginia Vale
as Betty Collins
William Halligan
as Warden Collins
Dick Rich
as Tom Barnes
Herbert Rawlinson
as District Attorney
Cecil Weston
as Mrs. Briggs
Tom Herbert
as Carnation Charlie
Stubby Kruger
as Dynamite (as Harold Kruger)
Frank Hagney
as Butch
Jack Buckley
as Windy
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- PRC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadway Big Shot about?
This drama chronicles the extreme measures taken by a determined young crime reporter to get an interview with a notorious convict. The zealous journalist, also a star quarterback on the town colle...
Who directed Broadway Big Shot?
Broadway Big Shot was directed by William Beaudine.
How long is Broadway Big Shot?
Broadway Big Shot has a runtime of 1 hours and 3 minutes (63 minutes total).
When was Broadway Big Shot released?
Broadway Big Shot was released on February 6, 1942 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Broadway Big Shot?
The main cast of Broadway Big Shot includes Ralph Byrd, Virginia Vale, William Halligan, Dick Rich, Herbert Rawlinson.