Next Time I Marry
Originally released in 1938. Next Time I Marry is a comedy/romance film. directed by Garson Kanin. At just 65 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lucille Ball, James Ellison, and Lee Bowman
Synopsis
Heiress Nancy Crocker Fleming will only receive her inheritance if she marries a "plain American." Her late father was afraid a foreign gigolo would steal her heart and money. So Nancy pays Tony Anthony, working on a WPA road project, to marry, then divorce her. When Nancy inadvertently drives off with Tony's dog, Tony seemingly kidnaps her to retrieve the pooch, which leads to a cross-country race between the two to reach Reno and the divorce court since neither one wants to be the second to file papers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 9, 1938
87 years ago
Runtime
1h 5m
65 minutes total
User Rating
7.0/10
Great (7 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Lucille Ball
as Nancy Crocker Fleming
James Ellison
as Anthony J. Anthony
Lee Bowman
as Count Georgi
Granville Bates
as H.E. Crocker
Mantan Moreland
as Tilby
Elliott Sullivan
as Red
Murray Alper
as Joe
Jack Albertson
as Reporter (uncredited)
Eddie Acuff
as Gas Station Attendant (uncredited)
Joseph E. Bernard
as Man Watering Lawn (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Next Time I Marry about?
Heiress Nancy Crocker Fleming will only receive her inheritance if she marries a "plain American." Her late father was afraid a foreign gigolo would steal her heart and money. So Nancy pays Tony An...
Who directed Next Time I Marry?
Next Time I Marry was directed by Garson Kanin.
How long is Next Time I Marry?
Next Time I Marry has a runtime of 1 hours and 5 minutes (65 minutes total).
When was Next Time I Marry released?
Next Time I Marry was released on December 9, 1938 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Next Time I Marry?
The main cast of Next Time I Marry includes Lucille Ball, James Ellison, Lee Bowman, Granville Bates, Mantan Moreland.