Charles MacArthur
Biography
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.
Known For
All Movies (2)
- The Scoundrel1935 · as Flop House Bum
- Crime Without Passion1934 · as Second Interviewer (uncredited)
All TV Shows (3)
- Mission: Impossible1966
- The Adventures of Jim Bowie1956
- Gunsmoke1955 · as Taylor