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The Trouble with Husbands (1940)

NR · 1940-11-08 · 11m · EN
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Benchley, in his own unique way, starts to drive his wife crazy. First he waits until just as she is serving dinner before he goes to wash his hands and shave. Then she sends him to the store for some butter, and he comes back with everything - except butter. Finally, he decides to install a small shelf on the wall - and makes a major production out of it.

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Robert BenchleyWriterLeslie M. RoushDirector

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Robert BenchleyRobert BenchleyJoe DoakesRuth LeeRuth LeeMrs. Doakes

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What is The Trouble with Husbands about?

Benchley, in his own unique way, starts to drive his wife crazy. First he waits until just as she is serving dinner before he goes to wash his hands and shave. Then she sends him to the store for some butter, and he comes back with everything - except butter. Finally, he decides to install a small shelf on the wall - and makes a major production out of it.

How long is The Trouble with Husbands?

The Trouble with Husbands has a runtime of 11 minutes.