This Thing Called Love (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film
Released in 1929, This Thing Called Love is a comedy and romance film directed by Paul L. Stein, running about 72 minutes. “He Hired a Wife and Paid Her $25,000 a Year” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A romance runs into difficulties because the girl has seen a great deal of the turbulence in her sister's household, and has no illusions about married bliss.
Who’s in it. This Thing Called Love stars Edmund Lowe as Robert Collings, Constance Bennett as Ann Marvin, Roscoe Karns as Harry Bertrand and Zasu Pitts as Clara Bertrand, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch This Thing Called Love page.
If you liked it. Fans of This Thing Called Love tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch This Thing Called Love (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for This Thing Called Love change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in This Thing Called Love?
- This Thing Called Love stars Edmund Lowe, Constance Bennett, Roscoe Karns, Zasu Pitts and Carmelita Geraghty.
- When was This Thing Called Love released?
- This Thing Called Love was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 72 minutes.