Kiss and Make-Up (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film · ★ 5.3

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Released in 1934, Kiss and Make-Up is a comedy and romance film directed by Harlan Thompson, running about 78 minutes. “...a racy romance of a famous beauty doctor.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Dr. Maurice Lamar is a noted plastic surgeon who makes his rich clients beautiful, and also makes them. He makes Eve Caron, the wife of Marcel Caron, so satisfied with his skilled hands that she leaves Marcel and marries Maurice. They go on a Mediterranean honeymoon, where he soon finds the effects of his own beauty regulations are more than he can handle. He bids adieu to his new bride, and wings it back to Paris with the intention of giving up his practice and becoming a scientific researcher... after winning back the love of his simple, unadorned secretary, Anne.

Who’s in it. Kiss and Make-Up stars Cary Grant as Dr. Maurice Lamar, Genevieve Tobin as Eve Caron, Helen Mack as Anne and Edward Everett Horton as Marcel Caron, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Kiss and Make-Up has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kiss and Make-Up page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kiss and Make-Up tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kiss and Make-Up (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kiss and Make-Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kiss and Make-Up worth watching?
Kiss and Make-Up holds an audience score of 5.3 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 Kiss and Make-Up?
Kiss and Make-Up stars Cary Grant, Genevieve Tobin, Helen Mack, Edward Everett Horton and Lucien Littlefield.
When was Kiss and Make-Up released?
Kiss and Make-Up was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.