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In Name Only

1939-08-18 · 94 min · ★ 7.0

Drama · Romance

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 GrantCary GrantAlec Walker
Carole LombardCarole LombardJulie Eden
Kay FrancisKay FrancisMaida Walker
Charles CoburnCharles CoburnRichard Walker
Helen VinsonHelen VinsonSuzanne
Katharine AlexanderKatharine AlexanderLaura
Jonathan HaleJonathan HaleDr. Gateson
Nella WalkerNella WalkerMrs. Walker
Alan BaxterAlan BaxterCharley
Maurice MoscovitchMaurice MoscovitchDr. Muller
Peggy Ann GarnerPeggy Ann GarnerEllen
Spencer ChartersSpencer ChartersGardener
James AdamsonBlack Waiter on Train (uncredited)
Arthur AylesworthArthur AylesworthFarmer on Truck (uncredited)
Lloyd IngrahamLloyd IngrahamHospital Elevator Operator (uncredited)
Frank PugliaFrank PugliaManager of Tony's Cafe (uncredited)
Grady SuttonGrady SuttonPaul Graham (uncredited)
Jack ChapinBellhop #1 (uncredited)
Charles ColemanCharles ColemanArchie Duross (uncredited)
John DilsonJohn DilsonHead Train Steward (uncredited)

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