Wife for a Night (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1952, Wife for a Night is a comedy and romance film directed by Mario Camerini, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. A poor musician hires a courtesan to pose as his wife so he can "give" her to a wealthy count in return for patronage.
Who’s in it. Wife for a Night stars Gina Lollobrigida as Ottavia, Gino Cervi as Count D'Origo, Nadia Gray as Geraldine and Armando Francioli as Enrico Belli, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Wife for a Night 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 Wife for a Night page.
If you liked it. Fans of Wife for a Night tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Wife for a Night (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Wife for a Night change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Wife for a Night worth watching?
- Wife for a Night holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Wife for a Night?
- Wife for a Night stars Gina Lollobrigida, Gino Cervi, Nadia Gray, Armando Francioli and Olga Gherardi.
- When was Wife for a Night released?
- Wife for a Night was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.