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Actor

Charles MacArthur

Acting
1934 · 1 film
Lived
5 November 1895 — d. 1956
From
Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA

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.

Career Signature

How Charles MacArthur’s filmography reads.

Five of Perfery’s 75 vibes, averaged across every film they acted in.