The Bride Comes Home (1935): cast, story & where to watch

1935 · Film · ★ 4.3

The Bride Comes Home poster

Released in 1935, The Bride Comes Home is a comedy and romance film directed by Wesley Ruggles, running about 83 minutes. “THE FASTEST, FUNNIEST FIGHT-TO-A-FINISH LOVE STORY YOU'VE EVER SEEN!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A penniless socialite is hired by two young men as a front in their plan to start a magazine. Soon, however, they find themselves more interested in her than in their publishing venture.

Who’s in it. The Bride Comes Home stars Claudette Colbert as Jeannette Desmereau, Fred MacMurray as Cyrus Anderson, Robert Young as Jack Bristow and William Collier Sr. as Alfred Desmereau, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, The Bride Comes Home has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Bride Comes Home page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Bride Comes Home tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch The Bride Comes Home (1935)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Bride Comes Home change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Bride Comes Home worth watching?
The Bride Comes Home holds an audience score of 4.3 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 The Bride Comes Home?
The Bride Comes Home stars Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Robert Young, William Collier Sr. and Donald Meek.
When was The Bride Comes Home released?
The Bride Comes Home was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.