The First Wives Club
1996, English. Directed by Hugh Wilson.
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After years of helping their hubbies climb the ladder of success, three mid-life Manhattanites have been dumped for a newer, curvier model. But the trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts - in the wallet!
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 859 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The First Wives Club
The First Wives Club isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Hugh WilsonDirector
- Goldie HawnElise Elliot Atchison
- Bette MidlerBrenda Morelli Cushman
- Diane KeatonAnnie MacDuggan Paradis
- Maggie SmithGunilla Garson Goldberg
- Sarah Jessica ParkerShelly Stewart
- Dan HedayaMorton Cushman
- Stockard ChanningCynthia Swann Griffin
- Victor GarberBill Atchison
- Stephen CollinsAaron Paradis
- Elizabeth BerkleyPhoebe LaVelle
- Marcia Gay HardenDr. Leslie Rosen
- Bronson PinchotDuarto Feliz
Details
- Released
- 20 September 1996
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert Harling
- Budget
- $26M
- Box office
- $116M
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What The First Wives Club is based on
The First Wives Club is adapted from a novel.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
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The First Wives Club: quick answers
Is The First Wives Club worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 859 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The First Wives Club?
The First Wives Club runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The First Wives Club have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The First Wives Club. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The First Wives Club parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The First Wives Club is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The First Wives Club on?
The First Wives Club isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The First Wives Club?
If you liked The First Wives Club, try She-Devil, St. Vincent, Switching Channels.
Who directed The First Wives Club?
The First Wives Club (1996) was directed by Hugh Wilson and stars Goldie Hawn, Bette Midler, Diane Keaton.
What is The First Wives Club based on?
The First Wives Club is adapted from a novel.