Fired Wife (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 4.8

Released in 1943, Fired Wife is a comedy film directed by Charles Lamont, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. A Broadway producer's Girl Friday must make sure that her recent marriage is kept secret. If it gets out, she will lose her job. Unfortunately, her new hubby is tired of hiding the truth and creates all kinds of problems when he decides to spill the beans.
Who’s in it. Fired Wife stars Diana Barrymore as Eve Starr, Robert Paige as Hank Dunne, Louise Allbritton as Tahitha Callahan Dunne and Walter Abel as Chris McClelland, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, Fired Wife has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Fired Wife page.
If you liked it. Fans of Fired Wife tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Fired Wife (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Fired Wife change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Fired Wife worth watching?
- Fired Wife holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Fired Wife?
- Fired Wife stars Diana Barrymore, Robert Paige, Louise Allbritton, Walter Abel and George Dolenz.
- When was Fired Wife released?
- Fired Wife was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.
