

In Name Only
1939-08-18 · 94 min · ★ 7.0
A wealthy man falls for a widow but is locked into a loveless marriage with a woman who has contrived to convince his parents she is the ideal wife.
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- Directors
- John Cromwell
- Production companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Cary GrantAlec Walker
Carole LombardJulie Eden
Kay FrancisMaida Walker
Charles CoburnRichard Walker
Helen VinsonSuzanne
Katharine AlexanderLaura
Jonathan HaleDr. Gateson
Nella WalkerMrs. Walker
Alan BaxterCharley
Maurice MoscovitchDr. Muller
Peggy Ann GarnerEllen
Spencer ChartersGardener
Arthur AylesworthFarmer on Truck (uncredited)
Lloyd IngrahamHospital Elevator Operator (uncredited)
Frank PugliaManager of Tony's Cafe (uncredited)
Grady SuttonPaul Graham (uncredited)
Charles ColemanArchie Duross (uncredited)
John DilsonHead Train Steward (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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