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The Couple Takes a Wife

The Couple Takes a Wife

Complications ensue when an overworked couple decides to hire a "wife" — someone who can run the household for them with complete autonomy — but she's a little too attractive for comfort.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Couple Takes a Wife
  • Genres: Comedy, TV Movie
  • Release Date: 1972-12-05
  • Runtime: 73 minutes
  • Rating: 0/10 (0 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Universal Television, ABC
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.1282
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Bill Bixby

Bill Bixby

as Jeff Hamilton

Paula Prentiss

Paula Prentiss

as Barbara Hamilton

Valerie Perrine

Valerie Perrine

as Jennifer Allen

Myrna Loy

Myrna Loy

as Barbara's Mother

Robert Goulet

Robert Goulet

as Randy Perkins

Nanette Fabray

Nanette Fabray

as Marion Randolph

Larry Storch

Larry Storch

as David

Mia Bendixsen

Mia Bendixsen

as Christy Hamilton

Dana Laurita

Dana Laurita

as Mindy Hamilton

Penny Marshall

Penny Marshall

as Paula

Gallery

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External Links

Keywords

housewifesexismwomen's liberationunconventional arrangement

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Couple Takes a Wife?

The Couple Takes a Wife is a Comedy, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1972-12-05.

Who are the main actors in The Couple Takes a Wife?

The main cast includes Bill Bixby, Paula Prentiss, Valerie Perrine, Myrna Loy, Robert Goulet, .

Where can I watch The Couple Takes a Wife online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Couple Takes a Wife is available.

Is The Couple Takes a Wife based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Couple Takes a Wife?

The Couple Takes a Wife has an IMDb rating of 0/10 based on 0 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Couple Takes a Wife?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Couple Takes a Wife?

The soundtrack was composed by Universal Television, ABC. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Couple Takes a Wife filmed?

The Couple Takes a Wife was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Couple Takes a Wife?

The total runtime of The Couple Takes a Wife is 73 minutes.

Is The Couple Takes a Wife suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Couple Takes a Wife?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Couple Takes a Wife.

Does The Couple Takes a Wife have a post-credit scene?

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