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Hot News

July 14, 1928 1h 12m

Originally released in 1928. Hot News is a comedy film. directed by Clarence G. Badger. At just 72 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Bebe Daniels, Neil Hamilton, and Paul Lukas

Synopsis

Aspiring newsreel camera girl Pat Clancy, is hired by her father, a publisher, to work on The Sun and causes Scoop Morgan, the paper's best cameraman, to quit in protest of the hiring of a woman. The Mercury hires Scoop, and there begins a heated rivalry between him and Pat. Pat gets a few lucky breaks and manages to get a beat on Scoop during her brief career. After she exposes the theft of a jewel from the turban of a visiting maharajah, she and Scoop are kidnapped by Clayton, the thief, and taken aboard his yacht. Rescued, she and Scoop find love and happiness.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 14, 1928 97 years ago
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Runtime 1h 12m 72 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hot News about?

Aspiring newsreel camera girl Pat Clancy, is hired by her father, a publisher, to work on The Sun and causes Scoop Morgan, the paper's best cameraman, to quit in protest of the hiring of a woman. T...

Who directed Hot News?

Hot News was directed by Clarence G. Badger.

How long is Hot News?

Hot News has a runtime of 1 hours and 12 minutes (72 minutes total).

When was Hot News released?

Hot News was released on July 14, 1928 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Hot News?

The main cast of Hot News includes Bebe Daniels, Neil Hamilton, Paul Lukas, Alfred Allen, Spec O'Donnell.