Overview
"The most exciting picture in a decade..Inspired by the biggest front page sensation in recent years"
Released in 1935, The Whole Town's Talking is a Comedy movie that has become a favorite among viewers. The film features Edward G. Robinson and tells the story of Ordinary man-in-the-street Arthur Ferguson Jones leads a very straightforward life.. It combines heartfelt storytelling with strong survival.
Ordinary man-in-the-street Arthur Ferguson Jones leads a very straightforward life. He's never late for work and nothing interesting ever happens to him. One day everything changes: he oversleeps and is fired as an example, he's then mistaken for evil criminal killer Mannion and is arrested. The resemblance is so striking that the police give him a special pass to avoid a similar mistake. The real Mannion sees the opportunity to steal the pass and move around freely and chaos results.
Plot Summary
In The Whole Town's Talking, viewers are taken through a narrative where Ordinary man-in-the-street Arthur Ferguson Jones leads a very straightforward life.. The Comedy elements and heartfelt tone make it a solid pick for anyone searching for where to stream quality films.
Director
John Ford
Writers
Robert Riskin, Jo Swerling, W.R. Burnett
Cast and Crew
The Whole Town's Talking features a strong ensemble including Edward G. Robinson. The performances add to the film's heartfelt feel. Find where to stream The Whole Town's Talking and see the full cast list here.
Edward G. Robinson
Arthur Ferguson 'Jonesy' Jones / 'Killer' Mannion
Jean Arthur
Wilhelmina 'Bill' Clark
Arthur Hohl
Det. Sgt. Michael F. Boyle
James Donlan
Detective Sergeant Patrick J. Howe
Arthur Byron
Spencer
Wallace Ford
Healy
Donald Meek
Hoyt
Etienne Girardot
Seaver
Edward Brophy
'Slugs' Martin
Paul Harvey
'J.G.' Carpenter
J. Farrell MacDonald
Prison Warden (uncredited)
Ralph Remley
Sam Dixon
Joe Sawyer
Mannion's Thug (uncredited)
Lucille Ball
Bank Employee (uncredited)
Bess Flowers
Miss Gower (uncredited)
Genres
The Whole Town's Talking is classified as Comedy, and it showcases the best of what the genre has to offer. Explore our Comedy section to discover more movies to stream.
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Why People Love This Movie
The Whole Town's Talking has earned a loyal audience thanks to its Comedy appeal and heartfelt execution. The film's focus on survival resonates with many. Stream it online and see why it's so well regarded.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When was The Whole Town's Talking released?
- The Whole Town's Talking was released in 1935.
- Who stars in The Whole Town's Talking?
- The Whole Town's Talking stars Edward G. Robinson and features a strong supporting cast. See the full cast list on this page.
- What genre is The Whole Town's Talking?
- The Whole Town's Talking is a Comedy film. You can browse more Comedy movies on Fluxcap Stream.
- Where can I watch The Whole Town's Talking online?
- You can find where to watch The Whole Town's Talking on this page. We list streaming options including free and subscription services.