In Name Only(1939)
A woman trying to live her own life-A man who wouldn't let her-A wife living without love, fighting them both with the bitter weapons of a desperate heart!
Synopsis
A wealthy man falls for a widow but is locked into a loveless marriage with a woman who has contrived to convince his parents she is the ideal wife.
Directed by John Cromwell
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Cary Grant
Alec Walker
Carole Lombard
Julie Eden
Kay Francis
Maida Walker
Charles Coburn
Richard Walker
Helen Vinson
Suzanne
Katharine Alexander
Laura
Jonathan Hale
Dr. Gateson
Nella Walker
Mrs. Walker
Alan Baxter
Charley
Maurice Moscovitch
Dr. Muller
Peggy Ann Garner
Ellen
Spencer Charters
Gardener
James Adamson
Black Waiter on Train (uncredited)
Arthur Aylesworth
Farmer on Truck (uncredited)
Lloyd Ingraham
Hospital Elevator Operator (uncredited)
Frank Puglia
Manager of Tony's Cafe (uncredited)
Grady Sutton
Paul Graham (uncredited)
Jack Chapin
Bellhop #1 (uncredited)
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When did In Name Only come out?+
In Name Only was released in 1939.
How long is In Name Only?+
In Name Only runs for 94 minutes (1 hour and 34 minutes).
Who directed In Name Only?+
In Name Only was directed by John Cromwell.
Who stars in In Name Only?+
In Name Only stars Cary Grant, Carole Lombard, Kay Francis, Charles Coburn and Helen Vinson.
Is In Name Only worth watching?+
In Name Only holds a 7.0/10 rating from 64 TMDB users, and is best suited to fans of drama and romance.
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