Sauce for the Gander (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1940, Sauce for the Gander is a comedy film directed by Jean Yarbrough, running about 58 minutes.
What it’s about. Working stiff Tom Tupper is stopped by a 'man on the spot' reporter during his daily commute. Asked for his opinion on male/female relations, Tom tells the radio audience that he thinks men could do a better job running the household than women. When he arrives home, his infuriated wife Margaret proposes that her husband put his money where his mouth is. The couple switch roles, with Margaret going to the office and Tom cooking and cleaning. While Margaret becomes a successful entrepreneur, the man of the house comes dangerously close to having a nervous breakdown. Overwhelmed by a woman's work, Tom begs Margaret to go back to the way things were, but his now-independent wife isn't interested.
Who’s in it. Sauce for the Gander stars Damian O'Flynn as Mr. Tupper, Joan Woodbury as Mrs. Tupper, Evalyn Knapp as Secretary and Henry Roquemore as Mr. Twitchell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sauce for the Gander has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sauce for the Gander page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sauce for the Gander tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sauce for the Gander (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sauce for the Gander change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sauce for the Gander worth watching?
- Sauce for the Gander holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Sauce for the Gander?
- Sauce for the Gander stars Damian O'Flynn, Joan Woodbury, Evalyn Knapp, Henry Roquemore and Irving Mitchell.