The Philadelphia Story

Broadway's howling year-run comedy hit of the snooty society beauty who slipped and fell - IN LOVE!

19401h 53m7.5(1,023 votes)

ComedyRomance

Synopsis

When a rich woman's ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself.

The Philadelphia Story (1940) is a comedy and romance film directed by George Cukor. It stars Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, and James Stewart. The film runs for 1 hour 53 minutes. Audiences have made it strongly rated, with an average score of 7.5 out of 10 from 1,023 votes.

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Director

George Cukor

Cast

Cary Grant

C.K. Dexter Haven

Katharine Hepburn

Tracy Lord

James Stewart

Macaulay 'Mike' Connor

Ruth Hussey

Elizabeth 'Liz' Imbrie

John Howard

George Kittredge

Roland Young

Uncle Willie

John Halliday

Seth Lord

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Is The Philadelphia Story Worth Watching?

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Philadelphia Story

Where can I watch The Philadelphia Story?

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Who stars in The Philadelphia Story?

The Philadelphia Story stars Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, James Stewart, and Ruth Hussey, and was directed by George Cukor.

How long is The Philadelphia Story?

The Philadelphia Story has a runtime of 1 hour 53 minutes.

When did The Philadelphia Story come out?

The Philadelphia Story was released in 1940.

What genre is The Philadelphia Story?

The Philadelphia Story is a comedy and romance film.

Is The Philadelphia Story worth watching?

The Philadelphia Story holds an average audience score of 7.5 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.