History Is Made at Night
1937, English. Directed by Frank Borzage.
A kiss and history is made at night.
An American woman seeking divorce from her wealthy, controlling husband falls for a romantic Parisian who saves her from his entrapment.
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.7/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch History Is Made at Night
History Is Made at Night isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online.
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Cast & crew
- Frank BorzageDirector
- Charles BoyerPaul Dumond
- Jean ArthurIrene Vail
- Leo Carrillo"The Great Cesare"
- Colin CliveBruce Vail
- Ivan LebedeffMichael Browsky
- George MeekerMr. Norton
- Lucien PrivalPrivate Detective
- George DavisMaestro
- Bobby BarberPaul - Waiter at Victor's (uncredited)
- Adrienne D'AmbricourtFrench Woman (uncredited)
- Tim HoltS.O.S. Radio Operator (uncredited)
- Carlyle Moore Jr.Wireless Operator (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 5 March 1937
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Gene Towne, C. Graham Baker
- Budget
- $822K
- Box office
- $949K
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History Is Made at Night: quick answers
Is History Is Made at Night worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.7/10 from 58 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is History Is Made at Night?
History Is Made at Night runs 97 minutes (1h 37m).
Does History Is Made at Night have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for History Is Made at Night. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
History Is Made at Night parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for History Is Made at Night yet.
Which OTT platform is History Is Made at Night on?
History Is Made at Night isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like History Is Made at Night?
If you liked History Is Made at Night, try Chained, The Awful Truth, The Divorcee.
Who directed History Is Made at Night?
History Is Made at Night (1937) was directed by Frank Borzage and stars Charles Boyer, Jean Arthur, Leo Carrillo.