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Charles MacArthur

Charles Gordon MacArthur

About the person
Career:

Writing

Date of birth:
1895-11-05
Place of birth:

Scranton, Pennsylvania, USA

Gender:

Male

Popularity:

0

Date of death

1956-04-21

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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.