Movies and TvShows featuring "newsboy" theme.
In 1899 New York City, a group of newsboys, led by Jack Kelly, go on strike against Joseph Pulitzer and other newspaper publishers to protest the unfair working conditions and low wages. They form a union and fight for their rights, facing challenges and obstacles along the way.
When a murder occurs in New York City, a socialite forms a group of amateur detectives to solve the case, leading to unexpected twists and turns.
In The Doorway to Hell, a retired gangster seeks revenge after his brother is killed by a truck. Set in the world of organized crime, the movie explores themes of love, loyalty, and tragedy. With its pre-Code elements, the film showcases the dark side of gangster life and the consequences of choosing a life of crime.
Park Row is a drama film set in the 19th century New York City, showcasing the birth of journalism and the challenges faced by a passionate newspaper editor. The story revolves around the dedication of an editor who battles a crooked political machine, overcomes a corrupt rival, and fights for the principles of yellow journalism.
Morning Express ace reporter 'Timmy' Blake uses her wiles and charms to get the scoop on rival papers, and keep her editor happy. When the Express gets a tip that a wealthy old man was poisoned and 'Timmy' spots the young widow in a nightclub only a day later, she descends on the town where the death took place to dig out the facts. When her reporting results in the arrest of the young widow, 'Timmy' continues to dig, since she isn't quite convinced that the facts she reported cover all the angles.
The Land Beyond the Sunset is a short fantasy drama film from 1912. It tells the story of a young boy living in poverty who finds solace in storytelling and imagination. He creates a vivid fantasy world where he can escape from his harsh reality. Through his imagination, he is able to experience love, adventure, and triumph. This silent film explores social issues such as poverty and child abuse while emphasizing the power of storytelling and the importance of imagination.
The Ace of Hearts is a silent film released in 1921. It tells the story of a secret society that plans to assassinate a wealthy and corrupt socialite. In the midst of their plan, a love triangle ensues, leading to suspense, jealousy, and self-sacrifice. The film explores themes of conspiracy, marriage, and the consequences of radicalization.
Among the Living is a gripping film noir that tells the story of a man who finds himself caught in a deadly game of intrigue and danger. When a murder occurs in a small town, the man becomes the prime suspect and must fight to clear his name. As he digs deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of deceit and betrayal that threatens to destroy everything he holds dear. With its dark and atmospheric visuals, compelling characters, and suspenseful plot, Among the Living is a must-see for fans of classic film noir.
An actor becomes a suspect in the murders of four New Yorkers injected with rattlesnake venom.
Faith and Hope Banner, sisters, are "convention hostesses" in a hotel. A body is discovered next door as the magician's convention is leaving and the mortician's convention is arriving, and the sisters, with help from manager Wilburforce Puddle, try to hide it. Complicating matters, Hope's boyfriend, Tommy, is a newspaper reporter in the hotel covering some labor negotiations.
A New York doctor saves a chorus girl from a window ledge, twice, and rounds up racketeers.
Ellery Queen solves a mystery involving a valuable stamp.
In a suburban neighborhood, the normalcy of daily life is disrupted when a voice of God starts speaking through every radio. The messages from the voice challenge the residents to question their beliefs, reevaluate their relationships, and confront their fears. As the voice continues to speak, tensions rise, secrets are revealed, and lives are transformed in unexpected ways.
A sequel to "A Cricket in Times Square," in this feature a musical cricket returns to his New York City home and his friends, a cat and a mouse, to discover the meaning of Christmas.
A dancehall girl meets a sailor and they fall in love, but the club’s owner doesn’t want the girl to leave.
In the midst of the Great Depression, a determined special agent takes on gangsters, treachery, and deception to seek vindication and retribution. With violence and danger at every turn, he navigates through the underworld of crime while uncovering secrets and fighting for justice.
Love Is a Racket (1932) is a screwball comedy that follows a cynical love columnist who falls in love with a tough dame. In order to win her heart, he devises a plan to elope, leading to a series of hilarious misunderstandings and practical jokes. As their love story unfolds, they navigate the complexities of relationships and learn valuable lessons about love and sacrifice.
A dedicated priest tries to reform a group of homeless boys in turn-of-the-century St. Louis.
A dedicated social worker organizes a train trip for a group of slum orphans in 1894, taking them from New York City to the Midwest in search of new families and new lives.
Heiress Bonnie Parker, tired of newspaper stories about her society high-life, gives a false story to energetic reporter Bill Raymond, who has frequently pestered her for a scoop. When Bill is dismissed for the phony item, Bonnie realizes that she carried the prank too far.....