News Is Made at Night

The film follows a newspaper editor, played by Preston Foster, who will go to great lengths to boost circulation. His campaign to free a condemned man leads him to accuse a wealthy ex-criminal of committing a series of murders. This narrative weaves together elements of action and comedy, characteristic of the era's entertainment style.

With a cast that includes Lynn Bari, Russell Gleason, and George Barbier, the film presents a snapshot of 1930s filmmaking. Collectors of classic cinema will appreciate its unique blend of genres and the representation of its time. As a production by 20th Century Fox, it reflects the studio's contributions to the film landscape during this period.