Home Town Story (1951)

05/18/1951 (US) • 1h 1m

Comedy, Drama, Romance

It could happen anywhere!

Overview

Blake Washburn blames manufacturer MacFarland for his defeat in the race for re-election to the state legislature. He takes over his uncle's newspaper to take on big business as an enemy of the people. Miss Martin works in the "Herald" newspaper office. When tragedy strikes, Blake must re-examine his views.

Top Billed Cast

Jeffrey Lynn

Blake Washburn

Donald Crisp

John MacFarland

Alan Hale Jr.

Slim Haskins

Marilyn Monroe

Iris Martin

Barbara Brown

Mrs. Washburn

Melinda Casey

Katie Washburn

Renny McEvoy

Leo, the Taxi Driver

Glenn Tryon

Ken Kenlock


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

-

Revenue

-

Keywords

newspaper

senator

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