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Lonely Wives
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Lonely Wives

1931-02-15 · 85 min · ★ 5.3

Comedy

A highly respectable lawyer becomes a sexual animal after working hours; His live-in mother-in-law tries to keep him in line. When an actor-impersonator comes to see him, the two switch lives.

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Directors
Russell Mack
Production companies
Pathé Exchange
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Edward Everett HortonEdward Everett HortonRichard 'Dickie' Smith / Felix, the Great Zero
Esther RalstonEsther RalstonMadeline Smith
Laura La PlanteLaura La PlanteDiane O'Dare
Patsy Ruth MillerPatsy Ruth MillerKitty 'Minty' Minter
Spencer ChartersSpencer ChartersAndrews, the Butler
Maude EburneMaude EburneMrs. Mantel
Maurice BlackMaurice BlackTaxi Driver
Georgette RhodesMusette, the Maid

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