A look at the forces that shaped Pre-Code Hollywood and brought about the strict enforcement of the Hays Code in 1934.
Writing
Razor-sharp commentary on how America keeps repeating the same panics.
Production
Glorious clips of the 1930s films they didn't want you to see.
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
John Landis appears as a talking head—yes, the guy who directed 'Animal House' and that tragic 'Twilight Zone' movie.
The 'pre-Code' era technically lasted until 1934, but studios started self-censoring in 1933 after threats of federal regulation. The Code wasn't officially repealed until 1968, replaced by the MPAA rating system we still use today.
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