Home Town Story
It could happen anywhere!
1951 · 1h 1m · Approved
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Directed by
Arthur Pierson
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.
Director and cast
- Arthur Pierson Director
- Jeffrey Lynn as Blake Washburn
- Donald Crisp as John MacFarland
- Marjorie Reynolds as Janice Hunt
- Alan Hale Jr. as Slim Haskins
- Marilyn Monroe as Iris Martin
- Barbara Brown as Mrs. Washburn
- Melinda Plowman as Katie Washburn
- Melinda Casey as Katie Washburn
- Renny McEvoy as Leo, the Taxi Driver
- Glenn Tryon Cast
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