Four Wives (1939): cast, story & where to watch

1939 · Film · ★ 5.1

Four Wives poster

Released in 1939, Four Wives is a drama and romance film directed by Michael Curtiz, running about 99 minutes. “The "Four Daughters" are now "Four Wives" It's a four belle picture! For these four wedding belles!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In this sequel to Four Daughters, Ann struggles to move on after the death of her husband as she falls in love with Felix, but on the day of her engagement discovers that she carries Mickey's child.

Who’s in it. Four Wives stars Priscilla Lane as Ann Lemp Dietz, Rosemary Lane as Kay Lemp, Lola Lane as Thea Lemp Crowley and Gale Page as Emma Lemp Talbot, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, Four Wives has proved divisive with audiences.

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

If you liked it. Fans of Four Wives tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Four Wives (1939)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Four Wives change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Four Wives worth watching?
Four Wives holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Four Wives?
Four Wives stars Priscilla Lane, Rosemary Lane, Lola Lane, Gale Page and Claude Rains.
When was Four Wives released?
Four Wives was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.