The Awful Truth
1937, English. Directed by Leo McCarey.
Danger! Wild woman on the loose!
Unfounded suspicions lead a married couple to begin divorce proceedings, whereupon they start undermining each other's attempts to find new romance.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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7.2/10 from 379 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Awful Truth
The Awful Truth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Leo McCareyDirector
- Irene DunneLucy Warriner
- Cary GrantJerry Warriner
- Ralph BellamyDan Leeson
- Alexander D'ArcyArmand Duvalle
- Cecil CunninghamAunt Patsy
- Molly LamontBarbara Vance
- Esther DaleMrs. Leeson
- Joyce ComptonDixie Belle Lee
- Robert AllenFrank Randall
- Robert WarwickMr. Vance
- Mary ForbesMrs. Vance
- Claud AllisterLord Fabian (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 21 October 1937
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Viña Delmar
- Budget
- $600K
- Box office
- $3M
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The Awful Truth: quick answers
Is The Awful Truth worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.2/10 from 379 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does The Awful Truth have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Awful Truth. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Awful Truth parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Awful Truth is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Awful Truth on?
The Awful Truth isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Awful Truth?
If you liked The Awful Truth, try Love Crazy, We Broke Up, About Last Night.
Who directed The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth (1937) was directed by Leo McCarey and stars Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Ralph Bellamy.