Movie

Hired Wife

“The SEX-PLOSION of the Season”

★ 6.8(6)19401h 35m

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Good to know

Director: William A. Seiter
Release date: 1940-09-13
Runtime: 1h 35m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

About Hired Wife

Hired Wife is a 1940 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by William A. Seiter, starring Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne and Virginia Bruce. It has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.8/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Hired Wife in Japan — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses.

Cast

Rosalind Russell

Kendal Browning

Brian Aherne

Stephen Dexter

Virginia Bruce

Phyllis Walden

Robert Benchley

Roger Van Horn

John Carroll

Jose de Briganza

Hobart Cavanaugh

William

Richard Lane

McNab

William B. Davidson

Mumford (as William Davidson)

Brooks Benedict

Phyllis's Friend (uncredited)

Virginia Brissac

Miss Collins (uncredited)

Gino Corrado

Waiter (uncredited)

Selmer Jackson

Hudson (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

marriage of conveniencelegal battlefemale executivebusiness rivalry

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Hired Wife in Japan?+

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

Is Hired Wife on Netflix?+

Hired Wife is not on Netflix in Japan right now.

How long is Hired Wife?+

Hired Wife has a runtime of 1 hour 35 minutes (95 minutes).

Who stars in Hired Wife?+

Hired Wife stars Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne, Virginia Bruce, Robert Benchley and John Carroll.

When did Hired Wife come out?+

Hired Wife is a 1940 movie directed by William A. Seiter.

What genre is Hired Wife?+

Hired Wife is Comedy film.

Who directed Hired Wife?+

Hired Wife was directed by William A. Seiter.