Home Town Story (1951)

  • NR
  • 05/18/1951 (US)
  • Comedy, Drama, Romance
  • 1h 1m

It could happen anywhere!

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.

Arthur Pierson

Director, Writer

Cast

Jeffrey Lynn's headshot

Jeffrey Lynn

Blake Washburn
Donald Crisp's headshot

Donald Crisp

John MacFarland
Marjorie Reynolds's headshot

Marjorie Reynolds

Janice Hunt
Alan Hale Jr.'s headshot

Alan Hale Jr.

Slim Haskins
Marilyn Monroe's headshot

Marilyn Monroe

Iris Martin
Barbara Brown's headshot

Barbara Brown

Mrs. Washburn
Melinda Casey's headshot

Melinda Casey

Katie Washburn
Renny McEvoy's headshot

Renny McEvoy

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