His Girl Friday
"They're at each other's throats when they're not in each other's arms!"
Originally released in 1940. His Girl Friday is a comedy/romance film. directed by Howard Hawks.
Starring Rosalind Russell, Cary Grant, and Ralph Bellamy
Synopsis
Walter Burns is an irresistibly conniving newspaper publisher desperate to woo back his paper’s star reporter, who also happens to be his estranged wife. She’s threatening to quit and settle down with a new beau, but, as Walter knows, she has a weakness: she can’t resist a juicy scoop.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 18, 1940
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 32m
92 minutes total
User Rating
7.4/10
Great (900 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is His Girl Friday about?
Walter Burns is an irresistibly conniving newspaper publisher desperate to woo back his paper’s star reporter, who also happens to be his estranged wife. She’s threatening to quit and settle do...
Who directed His Girl Friday?
His Girl Friday was directed by Howard Hawks.
How long is His Girl Friday?
His Girl Friday has a runtime of 1 hours and 32 minutes (92 minutes total).
When was His Girl Friday released?
His Girl Friday was released on January 18, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in His Girl Friday?
The main cast of His Girl Friday includes Rosalind Russell, Cary Grant, Ralph Bellamy, Gene Lockhart, Clarence Kolb.
Is His Girl Friday worth watching?
His Girl Friday has a user rating of 7.4/10 based on 900 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.