The Lady Is Willing (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1942, The Lady Is Willing is a romance film directed by Mitchell Leisen, running about 92 minutes. “GAY, ROMANTIC COMEDY AT IT'S BREEZIEST, MERRIEST BEST!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bold, eccentric Broadway performer Elizabeth Madden befuddles her handlers by coming home with a baby she picked up on the street. She wants to keep the baby but has to find a husband to make adoption viable. She offers her new obstetrician Dr. McBain help with his research on rabbits in exchange for marriage - and he accepts. The marriage of convenience turns into a marriage of real love until Dr. McBain's ex-wife comes looking for money.
Who’s in it. The Lady Is Willing stars Marlene Dietrich as Elizabeth Madden, Fred MacMurray as Corey McBain, Aline MacMahon as Buddy and Stanley Ridges as Kenneth Hanline, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, The Lady Is Willing has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Lady Is Willing page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Lady Is Willing tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Your Name., Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge and Cinema Paradiso.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Lady Is Willing (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Lady Is Willing change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Lady Is Willing worth watching?
- The Lady Is Willing holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Lady Is Willing?
- The Lady Is Willing stars Marlene Dietrich, Fred MacMurray, Aline MacMahon, Stanley Ridges and Arline Judge.
- When was The Lady Is Willing released?
- The Lady Is Willing was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.