Bride for Sale (1949): cast, story & where to watch
1949 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1949, Bride for Sale is a comedy film directed by William D. Russell, running about 87 minutes. “She'd Love to Say Yes to a Man with a Million!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Nora Shelley is a tax expert for the accounting company which is led by Paul Martin. She thinks she can find a suitable husband by inspecting their clients' tax documents. Martin finds out and tries to dissuade her from this approach, later enlisting the help of his friend Steve Adams, who tries to woo Shelley.
Who’s in it. Bride for Sale stars Claudette Colbert as Nora Shelley, Robert Young as Stephen Tracy Adams, George Brent as Paul Martin and Max Baer as Litka, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Bride for Sale has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $1.7M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Bride for Sale page.
If you liked it. Fans of Bride for Sale tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Bride for Sale (1949)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Bride for Sale change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Bride for Sale worth watching?
- Bride for Sale holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Bride for Sale?
- Bride for Sale stars Claudette Colbert, Robert Young, George Brent, Max Baer and Gus Schilling.
- When was Bride for Sale released?
- Bride for Sale was released in 1949, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.