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My Favorite Wife

My Favorite Wife

The funniest, fastest honeymoon ever screened!

Years after she was presumed dead in a shipwreck, Ellen Arden returns home to the surprise of her husband recently remarrying. But he too gets a shock when he learns that Ellen spent her time alone on an island with another man.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: My Favorite Wife
  • Genres: Comedy, Romance
  • Release Date: 1940-05-17
  • Runtime: 88 minutes
  • Rating: 7/10 (159 votes)
  • Budget: $921,000
  • Revenue: $2,057,000
  • Production Companies: RKO Radio Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4806
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Irene Dunne

Irene Dunne

as Ellen Wagstaff Arden

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

as Nick Arden

Gail Patrick

Gail Patrick

as Bianca Bates

Randolph Scott

Randolph Scott

as Steve Burkett

Ann Shoemaker

Ann Shoemaker

as Ma

Scotty Beckett

Scotty Beckett

as Tim Arden

Mary Lou Harrington

Mary Lou Harrington

as Chinch Arden

Donald MacBride

Donald MacBride

as Hotel Clerk

Hugh O'Connell

Hugh O'Connell

as Johnson

Granville Bates

Granville Bates

as Judge Walter Bryson

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Trailers & Clips

My Favorite Wife - Trailer

External Links

Keywords

jealousyjudgeshipwreckmarriagebigamyconfusionpresumed deadscrewball comedydeserted islandremadehilariouscomedy of remarriage

Frequently Asked Questions

What is My Favorite Wife?

My Favorite Wife is a Comedy, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 1940-05-17.

Who are the main actors in My Favorite Wife?

The main cast includes Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Gail Patrick, Randolph Scott, Ann Shoemaker, .

Where can I watch My Favorite Wife online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if My Favorite Wife is available.

Is My Favorite Wife based on a true story?

The funniest, fastest honeymoon ever screened!

What is the IMDb rating of My Favorite Wife?

My Favorite Wife has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 159 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of My Favorite Wife?

The movie had a production budget of $921,000 and earned $2,057,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for My Favorite Wife?

The soundtrack was composed by RKO Radio Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was My Favorite Wife filmed?

My Favorite Wife was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is My Favorite Wife?

The total runtime of My Favorite Wife is 88 minutes.

Is My Favorite Wife suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to My Favorite Wife?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to My Favorite Wife.

Does My Favorite Wife have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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