Charles MacArthur

Born: 1895-11-05

Charles MacArthur was an American playwright, screenwriter, and journalist, renowned for his collaborations with Ben Hecht. Together, they co-wrote the classic play The Front Page (1928), a satirical look at newspaper reporters that has been adapted multiple times for stage and screen. MacArthur also co-wrote Twentieth Century (1932), a screwball comedy that became a Broadway hit. His work is celebrated for its sharp wit and insightful commentary on American society.


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The Scoundrel

as Flop House Bum
Released: 1935-04-30

A ruthless, cynical, hated publisher is killed in a plane crash, doomed to be a "restless"...

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Crime Without Passion

as Second Interviewer (uncredited)
Released: 1934-08-30

Caddish lawyer Lee Gentry is going out with Katy Costello, but carrying on an affair with dancer...

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Mission: Impossible

as uncredited
First aired: 1966-09-17

Mission: Impossible is an American television series that was created and initially produced by...

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The Adventures of Jim Bowie

as uncredited
First aired: 1956-09-07

The Adventures of Jim Bowie is an American Western television series that aired on ABC from 1956...

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Gunsmoke

as Taylor
First aired: 1955-09-10

Gunsmoke is an American radio and television Western drama series created by director Norman...

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