The Wiser Sex
1932, English. Directed by Berthold Viertel.
Two Women In A Mighty Battle of Wits.
A young woman goes undercover to gather evidence to free her boyfriend, an attorney who has been framed for a murder he didn't commit.
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Berthold ViertelDirector
- Claudette ColbertMargaret Hughes
- Melvyn DouglasDavid Rolfe
- Lilyan TashmanClaire Foster
- William 'Stage' BoydHarry Evans
- Ross AlexanderJimmy O'Neill
- Franchot TonePhil Long
- Effie ShannonMrs. Hughes
- Paul HarveyBlaney
- Granville BatesCity Editor
- Victor KilianEd
- Robert FischerFritz Engelhardt
- Douglass DumbrilleChauffeur - aka The Wop
Details
- Released
- 14 March 1932
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Caroline Francke, Harry Hervey
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What The Wiser Sex is based on
The Wiser Sex is adapted from a play or musical.
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How long is The Wiser Sex?
The Wiser Sex runs 76 minutes (1h 16m).
Does The Wiser Sex have a post-credits scene?
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The Wiser Sex is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Wiser Sex on?
The Wiser Sex isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 14 March 1932. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Wiser Sex?
If you liked The Wiser Sex, try Sometimes Always Never, Don't Think Twice, Deathtrap.
Who directed The Wiser Sex?
The Wiser Sex (1932) was directed by Berthold Viertel and stars Claudette Colbert, Melvyn Douglas, Lilyan Tashman.
What is The Wiser Sex based on?
The Wiser Sex is adapted from a play or musical.