Design for Scandal (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1941, Design for Scandal is a comedy and romance film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 85 minutes. “EVERY WOMAN HAS HER WEAK MOMENT!---but it takes the right man to find it!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A newsman (Walter Pidgeon) falls in love on Cape Cod with the judge (Rosalind Russell) his angry boss (Edward Arnold) expects him to discredit.
Who’s in it. Design for Scandal stars Rosalind Russell as Judge Cornelia C. Porter, Walter Pidgeon as Jeff Sherman, Edward Arnold as Judson M. 'J.M.' / 'Judsy' Blair and Lee Bowman as Walter Caldwell, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Design for Scandal has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Design for Scandal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Design for Scandal tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Design for Scandal (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Design for Scandal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Design for Scandal worth watching?
- Design for Scandal 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 Design for Scandal?
- Design for Scandal stars Rosalind Russell, Walter Pidgeon, Edward Arnold, Lee Bowman and Jean Rogers.
- When was Design for Scandal released?
- Design for Scandal was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.