The Philadelphia Story
Broadway's howling year-run comedy hit of the snooty society beauty who slipped and fell - IN LOVE!
19401h 53m7.5(1,010 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 1,010 votes.
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Director
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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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.
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