Max Wants a Divorce (1917): cast, story & where to watch
1917 · Film · ★ 4.9
Released in 1917, Max Wants a Divorce is a comedy film directed by Max Linder, running about 22 minutes.
What it’s about. Max is forced to choose between losing his newly wedded wife and a fortune. He hits upon a brilliant scheme: He will give his wife grounds for a divorce, secure the money and then make his ex-wife Mrs. Linder again. He goes through any amount of trouble in helping her to get the necessary evidence, only to find that it is all a mistake on the part of a stupid lawyer - the money and the wife are both to be his.
Who’s in it. Max Wants a Divorce stars Max Linder as Max and Martha Mansfield as Max's Wife.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.9/10, Max Wants a Divorce has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Max Wants a Divorce page.
If you liked it. Fans of Max Wants a Divorce tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Max Wants a Divorce (1917)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Max Wants a Divorce change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Max Wants a Divorce worth watching?
- Max Wants a Divorce holds an audience score of 4.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Max Wants a Divorce?
- Max Wants a Divorce stars Max Linder and Martha Mansfield.
- When was Max Wants a Divorce released?
- Max Wants a Divorce was released in 1917, with a runtime of about 22 minutes.