Telling the World
“That front page picture story here at last! Bill Haines as the cub reporter who "scoops" the world. A film of love and action hot off the press.”
Synopsis
The journalist Don Davis becomes involved in a murder case, where Chrystal Malone is part of it. Davis follows Chrystal to China. When Chrystal arrives in China, Davis has to save her from an execution.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 1928
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Sam Wood
- Screenplay & Story
- Raymond L. Schrock, Dale Van Every
- Original Title
- Telling the World
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 20m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Sam Wood
Raymond L. Schrock, Dale Van Every
Margaret Booth
Department Leadership Roster
Sam Wood
Director
Raymond L. Schrock
Writer
Margaret Booth
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Frequently Asked Questions About Telling the World
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What is Telling the World about?
The journalist Don Davis becomes involved in a murder case, where Chrystal Malone is part of it. Davis follows Chrystal to China. When Chrystal arrives in China, Davis has to save her from an execution.
Who directed Telling the World?
Telling the World was directed by Sam Wood.
Who stars in Telling the World?
The principal cast of Telling the World includes William Haines, Anita Page, Eileen Percy, Frank Currier, Polly Moran.
When was Telling the World released and how long is it?
Telling the World was released in 1928 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.