Movie

Father Takes a Wife

“GAY..GOOFY..GAGA!”

★ 6.8(6)19411h 19m

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Good to know

Director: Jack Hively
Release date: 1941-10-03
Runtime: 1h 19m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About Father Takes a Wife

Father Takes a Wife is a 1941 movie in the Comedy and Romance genres, directed by Jack Hively, starring Adolphe Menjou, Gloria Swanson and John Howard. It has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Father Takes a Wife in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A famous actress has to win over her ready-made family when she weds a shipping magnate.

Cast

Adolphe Menjou

Frederic 'Freddie' Osborne Senior

Gloria Swanson

Leslie Collier Osborne

John Howard

Frederic Osborne Junior

Desi Arnaz

Carlos Bardez

Helen Broderick

Aunt Julie

Florence Rice

Enid Osborne

Neil Hamilton

Vincent Stewart

Grady Sutton

Tailor Fitter

George Meader

Henderson (as George Meador)

Mary Treen

Secretary

Ruth Dietrich

Miss Patterson

Themes & keywords

marriage

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Father Takes a Wife in Canada?+

Father Takes a Wife is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Father Takes a Wife on Netflix?+

Father Takes a Wife is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Father Takes a Wife?+

Father Takes a Wife has a runtime of 1 hour 19 minutes (79 minutes).

Who stars in Father Takes a Wife?+

Father Takes a Wife stars Adolphe Menjou, Gloria Swanson, John Howard, Desi Arnaz and Helen Broderick.

When did Father Takes a Wife come out?+

Father Takes a Wife is a 1941 movie directed by Jack Hively.

What genre is Father Takes a Wife?+

Father Takes a Wife is Comedy and Romance film.

Who directed Father Takes a Wife?+

Father Takes a Wife was directed by Jack Hively.