The Perfect Marriage (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1947, The Perfect Marriage is a comedy film directed by Lewis Allen, running about 88 minutes. “Where There's SMOKE There's FIRE...or an old FLAME!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A couple celebrate their tenth anniversary by quarreling their way to divorce court.
Who’s in it. The Perfect Marriage stars Loretta Young as Maggie Williams, David Niven as Dale Williams, Eddie Albert as Gil Cummins and Charles Ruggles as Dale Williams, Sr., among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, The Perfect Marriage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Perfect Marriage page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Perfect Marriage tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Perfect Marriage (1947)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Perfect Marriage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Perfect Marriage worth watching?
- The Perfect Marriage holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Perfect Marriage?
- The Perfect Marriage stars Loretta Young, David Niven, Eddie Albert, Charles Ruggles and Virginia Field.
- When was The Perfect Marriage released?
- The Perfect Marriage was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.