Top Cast
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Robert Armstrong
Steve Banks
Carole Lombard
Margaret Banks
Louis Payne
Hensel
Wade Boteler
O'Neill
Charles Sellon
J.W. Addison
Sam Hardy
Joe Reno
Tom Kennedy
Officer Ryan
Warner Richmond
Phelps
Helen Ainsworth
Vera
Herbert Clark
Pells
Gertrude Sutton
Helen
George 'Gabby' Hayes
Hoffman
Vernon Steele
Reporter
Clarence Wilson
Coroner
Fred Behrle
Elevator Man
Colin Chase
Birn
Robert Dudley
Telegraph Editor
Lew Ayres
Copyboy (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 6, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory La Cava
- Screenplay & Story
- Jack Jungmeyer, George S. Brooks, Walter DeLeon
- Original Title
- Big News
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Pathé Exchange
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory La Cava
Jack Jungmeyer, George S. Brooks, Walter DeLeon
John J. Mescall, Norbert Brodine
Doane Harrison
Ralph Block
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory La Cava
Director
John J. Mescall
Director of Photography
Doane Harrison
Editor
Norbert Brodine
Director of Photography
Ralph Block
Producer
Jack Jungmeyer
Writer
Walter DeLeon
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Big News
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Big News about?
A reporter's marriage is jeopardized by his drinking and he finds himself accused of a murder he didn't commit.
Who directed Big News?
Big News was directed by Gregory La Cava.
Who stars in Big News?
The principal cast of Big News includes Robert Armstrong, Carole Lombard, Louis Payne, Wade Boteler, Charles Sellon.
When was Big News released and how long is it?
Big News was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.