Self-financed by its maverick director. At the time, Samuel Fuller had only $201,000 in his bank account. He kept $1,000 for his own personal use, which he spent on cigars and vodka. The rest went on the movie.
Shot in 14 days.
Star Gene Evans called 'Park Row' the toughest picture he had ever worked on. He claimed he dropped from 220 to 175 pounds during the shoot.
The film is well-known for its long takes.