Second Wife (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film
Released in 1936, Second Wife is a drama film directed by Edward Killy, running about 59 minutes. “LABELLED! With a ring on her finger, a rope on her neck, and a chip on her shoulder, she undertook to make a happy home for a man and his son!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Kenneth discovers that his son by his first wife is ill in a remote Swiss village, and is forced to leave Wife Number Two alone during childbirth.
Who’s in it. Second Wife stars Gertrude Michael as Virginia Howard, Walter Abel as Kenneth Carpenter Sr., Erik Rhodes as Dave Bennet and Emma Dunn as Mrs. Brown, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Second Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Second Wife tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Second Wife (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Second Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Second Wife?
- Second Wife stars Gertrude Michael, Walter Abel, Erik Rhodes, Emma Dunn and Lee Van Atta.
- When was Second Wife released?
- Second Wife was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 59 minutes.