What Every Woman Knows (1934): cast, story & where to watch

1934 · Film · ★ 7.3

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Released in 1934, What Every Woman Knows is a comedy and drama film directed by Gregory La Cava, running about 89 minutes.

What it’s about. Aspiring young Scottish politician John Shand enters into an unusual agreement with the wealthy Wylie family -- if they fund his education, he must marry their daughter, Maggie. Staying true to his word, John weds Maggie and begins a successful career, thanks largely to his savvy wife. The couple's relationship is placed in jeopardy when John faces temptation in the form of the lovely aristocrat Lady Sybil Tenterden.

Who’s in it. What Every Woman Knows stars Helen Hayes as Maggie Wylie, Brian Aherne as John Shand, Madge Evans as Lady Sybil Tenterden and Lucile Watson as La Contessa la Brierre, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, What Every Woman Knows has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch What Every Woman Knows page.

If you liked it. Fans of What Every Woman Knows tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch What Every Woman Knows (1934)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for What Every Woman Knows change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is What Every Woman Knows worth watching?
What Every Woman Knows holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
Who stars in What Every Woman Knows?
What Every Woman Knows stars Helen Hayes, Brian Aherne, Madge Evans, Lucile Watson and Dudley Digges.
When was What Every Woman Knows released?
What Every Woman Knows was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.