Overview

Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses.

Cast

Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne, Virginia Bruce, Robert Benchley, John Carroll, Hobart Cavanaugh, Richard Lane, William B. Davidson

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Frequently asked

What is "Hired Wife" about?

Ad man Stephen Dexter asks his secretary Kendall to marry him as a loophole in order to protect his finances during an important business deal. Once the deal is completed, he asks Kendall for a divorce and is dismayed when she refuses.

When was "Hired Wife" released?

Hired Wife was released in 1940.

Who stars in "Hired Wife"?

The cast includes Rosalind Russell, Brian Aherne, Virginia Bruce, Robert Benchley.