Movie

They Knew What They Wanted

“"I won't Do it! Joe...you and me...we can't. It'd be too awful-on account of Tony. I've got to marry Tony...just as soon as he gets well!"”

★ 6.0(12)19401h 36m

Drama Romance

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Good to know

Director: Garson Kanin
Release date: 1940-10-19
Runtime: 1h 36m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: RKO Radio Pictures

About They Knew What They Wanted

They Knew What They Wanted is a 1940 movie in the Drama and Romance genres, directed by Garson Kanin, starring Carole Lombard, Charles Laughton and William Gargan. It has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.0/10 from 12 viewers. Below you can see where to watch They Knew What They Wanted in Denmark — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

While courting a young woman by mail, a rich farmer sends a photograph of his foreman instead of his own, which leads to complications when she accepts his marriage proposal.

Cast

Carole Lombard

Amy Peters

Charles Laughton

Tony Patucci

William Gargan

Joe

Harry Carey

The Doctor

Frank Fay

Father McKee

Joseph E. Bernard

The R.F.D.

Janet Fox

Mildred

Lee Tung Foo

Ah Gee, the Cook

Karl Malden

Red

Victor Kilian

The Photographer

Demetrius Alexis

Restaurant Customer (uncredited)

Ricca Allen

Mrs. Thing (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

californiasan francisco, californiapregnancyranchrestaurant

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch They Knew What They Wanted in Denmark?+

They Knew What They Wanted is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Denmark. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is They Knew What They Wanted on Netflix?+

They Knew What They Wanted is not on Netflix in Denmark right now.

How long is They Knew What They Wanted?+

They Knew What They Wanted has a runtime of 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).

Who stars in They Knew What They Wanted?+

They Knew What They Wanted stars Carole Lombard, Charles Laughton, William Gargan, Harry Carey and Frank Fay.

When did They Knew What They Wanted come out?+

They Knew What They Wanted is a 1940 movie directed by Garson Kanin.

What genre is They Knew What They Wanted?+

They Knew What They Wanted is Drama and Romance film.

Who directed They Knew What They Wanted?+

They Knew What They Wanted was directed by Garson Kanin.