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Kiss and Tell (1945): cast, story & where to watch

1945 · Film · ★ 5.6

Kiss and Tell poster

Released in 1945, Kiss and Tell is a comedy film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 90 minutes. “The play Broadway roared at for over two years, now...a great Columbia Picture!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Film adaptation of the Broadway hit, about the comic mayhem that erupts in a small town when a 15-year old high-schooler (Shirley Temple) is wrongly suspected of being pregnant.

Who’s in it. Kiss and Tell stars Shirley Temple as Corliss Archer, Jerome Courtland as Dexter Franklin, Walter Abel as Harry Archer and Katharine Alexander as Janet Archer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Kiss and Tell 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 Kiss and Tell page.

If you liked it. Fans of Kiss and Tell tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Kiss and Tell (1945)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kiss and Tell change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Kiss and Tell worth watching?
Kiss and Tell holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Kiss and Tell?
Kiss and Tell stars Shirley Temple, Jerome Courtland, Walter Abel, Katharine Alexander and Robert Benchley.
When was Kiss and Tell released?
Kiss and Tell was released in 1945, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.