Slightly Married (1932): cast, story & where to watch

1932 · Film · ★ 5

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Released in 1932, Slightly Married is a comedy and romance film directed by Richard Thorpe, running about 65 minutes. “A snappy full-length comedy-romance!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Mary Smith is picked up by the police and is about to be sentenced, in night court, to jail for prostitution. But a stranger, Jimmie Martin, stands up and tells the judge that Mary was waiting for him and they were going to be married.

Who’s in it. Slightly Married stars Evalyn Knapp as Mary Smith, Walter Byron as James R. "Jimmie" Martin, Marie Prevost as Nellie Gordon and Jason Robards Sr. as Jack Haines, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Slightly Married has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Slightly Married page.

If you liked it. Fans of Slightly Married tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Slightly Married (1932)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Slightly Married change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Slightly Married worth watching?
Slightly Married holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Slightly Married?
Slightly Married stars Evalyn Knapp, Walter Byron, Marie Prevost, Jason Robards Sr. and Robert Ellis.
When was Slightly Married released?
Slightly Married was released in 1932, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.