Movie

This Thing Called Love

★ 8.4(5)19401h 38m

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Good to know

Director: Alexander Hall
Release date: 1940-12-20
Runtime: 1h 38m
Language: English
Status: Released

About This Thing Called Love

This Thing Called Love is a 1940 movie in the Romance and Comedy genres, directed by Alexander Hall, starring Rosalind Russell, Melvyn Douglas and Binnie Barnes. It has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes. It holds an average rating of 8.4/10 from 5 viewers. Below you can see where to watch This Thing Called Love in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Two professional people marry, but the wife insists that they be celibate for the first three months to make sure they are truly compatible.

Cast

Rosalind Russell

Ann Winters

Melvyn Douglas

Tice Collins

Binnie Barnes

Charlotte Campbell

Allyn Joslyn

Harry Bertrand

Gloria Dickson

Florence Bertrand

Lee J. Cobb

Julio Diestro

Gloria Holden

Genevieve Hooper

Paul McGrath

Gordon Daniels

Leona Maricle

Ruth Howland

Don Beddoe

Tom Howland

Sig Arno

Arno

Rosina Galli

Mrs. Diestro

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch This Thing Called Love in United States?+

This Thing Called Love is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is This Thing Called Love on Netflix?+

This Thing Called Love is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is This Thing Called Love?+

This Thing Called Love has a runtime of 1 hour 38 minutes (98 minutes).

Who stars in This Thing Called Love?+

This Thing Called Love stars Rosalind Russell, Melvyn Douglas, Binnie Barnes, Allyn Joslyn and Gloria Dickson.

When did This Thing Called Love come out?+

This Thing Called Love is a 1940 movie directed by Alexander Hall.

What genre is This Thing Called Love?+

This Thing Called Love is Romance and Comedy film.

Who directed This Thing Called Love?+

This Thing Called Love was directed by Alexander Hall.