Hired Wife
“The SEX-PLOSION of the Season”
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Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses.
Cast
Rosalind Russell
as Kendal Browning
Brian Aherne
as Stephen Dexter
Virginia Bruce
as Phyllis Walden
Robert Benchley
as Roger Van Horn
John Carroll
as Jose de Briganza
Hobart Cavanaugh
as William
Richard Lane
as McNab
William B. Davidson
as Mumford (as William Davidson)
Brooks Benedict
as Phyllis's Friend (uncredited)
Virginia Brissac
as Miss Collins (uncredited)
Gino Corrado
as Waiter (uncredited)
Selmer Jackson
as Hudson (uncredited)
Janet Shaw
as Lucy - the Bride (uncredited)
Pat West
as Office Worker (uncredited)
Ralph Brooks
as Office Worker
Leonard Carey
as Peterson - Butler
Jack Chefe
as Nightclub Patron
Chester Clute
as Martin Peabody - Justice of the Peace
Paul Everton
as Board Member
Eddie Hall
as Swan Club Patron
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About Hired Wife
“The SEX-PLOSION of the Season”
Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses. Running 95 minutes.
Hired Wife Cast and Characters
The cast features Rosalind Russell (as Kendal Browning), Brian Aherne (as Stephen Dexter), Virginia Bruce (as Phyllis Walden), Robert Benchley (as Roger Van Horn), and John Carroll (as Jose de Briganza). Their performances are a major reason Hired Wife has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Hired Wife NowWhy People Are Watching Hired Wife
Hired Wife flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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Where can I watch Hired Wife online for free?
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How long is Hired Wife?
Hired Wife runs for 95 minutes (about 1.6 hours).
Is Hired Wife good? What's the rating?
Hired Wife holds a 6.8/10 rating based on 5 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of Hired Wife?
The main cast includes Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne, Virginia Bruce, and Robert Benchley, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Hired Wife available in English?
Yes — Hired Wife was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Hired Wife released?
Hired Wife was released in 1940.
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Where can I watch Hired Wife for free?
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What is Hired Wife about?
Hired Wife is a Comedy English-language film. Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses.
When was Hired Wife released?
Hired Wife was released on September 13, 1940. It has a runtime of 1h 35m. The film was produced by Universal Pictures.
Who stars in Hired Wife?
Hired Wife stars Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne, Virginia Bruce and Robert Benchley. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Hired Wife available in HD?
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