Illicit
“Married love or illicit. Which does the modern girl prefer?”
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About
Ann, a young woman with outrageously advanced ideas, has been living in sin with Dick, her lover, because of her conviction that marriage would destroy their love; but social pressure ends up paying off, so Ann and Dick get married.
Cast
Barbara Stanwyck
as Anne Vincent
James Rennie
as Richard 'Dick' Ives II
Ricardo Cortez
as Price Baines
Natalie Moorhead
as Marjorie 'Margie' True
Charles Butterworth
as George 'Georgie' Evans
Joan Blondell
as Helen 'Duckie' Childers
Claude Gillingwater
as Richard Ives Sr.
Hazel Howell
as Girl at the Bridal Shower #2 (uncredited)
Lucille Ward
as Susan - Anne's Maid (uncredited)
Barbara Weeks
as Girl at the Bridal Shower #1 (uncredited)
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About Illicit
“Married love or illicit. Which does the modern girl prefer?”
Ann, a young woman with outrageously advanced ideas, has been living in sin with Dick, her lover, because of her conviction that marriage would destroy their love; but social pressure ends up paying off, so Ann and Dick get married. Running 77 minutes.
Illicit Cast and Characters
The cast features Barbara Stanwyck (as Anne Vincent), James Rennie (as Richard 'Dick' Ives II), Ricardo Cortez (as Price Baines), Natalie Moorhead (as Marjorie 'Margie' True), and Charles Butterworth (as George 'Georgie' Evans). Their performances are a major reason Illicit has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch Illicit NowWhy People Are Watching Illicit
Illicit flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. 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 Illicit online for free?
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How long is Illicit?
Illicit runs for 77 minutes (about 1.3 hour).
Is Illicit good? What's the rating?
Illicit holds a 5.7/10 rating based on 22 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.
Who is in the cast of Illicit?
The main cast includes Barbara Stanwyck, James Rennie, Ricardo Cortez, and Natalie Moorhead, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is Illicit available in English?
Yes — Illicit was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Illicit released?
Illicit was released in 1931.
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What is Illicit about?
Illicit is a Drama/Romance English-language film. Ann, a young woman with outrageously advanced ideas, has been living in sin with Dick, her lover, because of her conviction that marriage would destroy their love; but social pressure ends up paying off, so Ann and Dick get married.
When was Illicit released?
Illicit was released on February 14, 1931. It has a runtime of 1h 17m. The film was produced by The Vitaphone Corporation.
Who stars in Illicit?
Illicit stars Barbara Stanwyck, James Rennie, Ricardo Cortez and Natalie Moorhead. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is Illicit available in HD?
Yes, Illicit is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.