Grounds for Marriage (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film · ★ 4.3
Released in 1951, Grounds for Marriage is a comedy and music film directed by Robert Z. Leonard, running about 90 minutes. “Fun, Songs, Romance!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Opera singer Ina Massine tries to win back former husband Dr. Lincoln I. Bartlett.
Who’s in it. Grounds for Marriage stars Van Johnson as Dr. Lincoln I. Bartlett, Kathryn Grayson as Ina Massine, Paula Raymond as Agnes Oglethorpe Young and Barry Sullivan as Chris Bartlett, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.3/10, Grounds for Marriage has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Grounds for Marriage page.
If you liked it. Fans of Grounds for Marriage tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Grounds for Marriage (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Grounds for Marriage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Grounds for Marriage worth watching?
- Grounds for Marriage holds an audience score of 4.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Grounds for Marriage?
- Grounds for Marriage stars Van Johnson, Kathryn Grayson, Paula Raymond, Barry Sullivan and Reginald Owen.
- When was Grounds for Marriage released?
- Grounds for Marriage was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.