In Name Only
A woman trying to live her own life-A man who wouldn't let her-A wife living without love, fighting them both with the bitter weapons of a desperate heart!
1939 · 1h 34m · Approved
Drama, Romance
Directed by
John Cromwell
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In Name Only
Overview
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.
Director and cast
- John Cromwell Director
- Cary Grant as Alec Walker
- Carole Lombard as Julie Eden
- Kay Francis as Maida Walker
- Charles Coburn as Richard Walker
- Helen Vinson as Suzanne
- Katharine Alexander as Laura
- Jonathan Hale as Dr. Gateson
- Nella Walker as Mrs. Walker
- Alan Baxter as Charley
- Maurice Moscovitch as Dr. Muller
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