His Girl Friday (1940) is a fast-paced screwball comedy that follows the lively story of Hildy Johnson, a talented newspaper reporter, and her charismatic, manipulative ex-husband and editor, Walter Burns. Played by Rosalind Russell and Cary Grant, Hildy and Walter have a chemistry that hasn’t faded, despite their divorce. Hildy arrives at Walter’s office to announce she’s leaving journalism to settle down with her new fiancé, Bruce, and live a quiet life. Walter, however, isn’t ready to let her go and is determined to win her back—not just as his top reporter but also as his wife.

When a major story about a convicted murderer’s escape breaks, Walter convinces Hildy to cover it as her “last” story. The story draws Hildy back into the thrill of reporting, leading to a hilarious and chaotic sequence of events involving criminals, politicians, and police. As the two chase leads and race against deadlines, their old feelings start to resurface. His Girl Friday is celebrated for its witty, rapid-fire dialogue and clever satire of the news business, all while exploring the enduring spark between its two leads.