Wise Girls (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 4.5

Released in 1929, Wise Girls is a comedy film directed by E. Mason Hopper, running about 97 minutes.
What it’s about. Early MGM talkie about a retired businessman, his headstrong daughter, and the comical complications that result when she marries in haste.
Who’s in it. Wise Girls stars Elliott Nugent as Kempy, Norma Lee as Kate Bence, J. C. Nugent as Mr. Bence and Roland Young as Duke Merrill, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Wise Girls has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wise Girls page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wise Girls tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wise Girls (1929)?
- In US, Wise Girls is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Wise Girls worth watching?
- Wise Girls holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wise Girls?
- Wise Girls stars Elliott Nugent, Norma Lee, J. C. Nugent, Roland Young and Clara Blandick.
- When was Wise Girls released?
- Wise Girls was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 97 minutes.
