Design for Living
1933, English. Directed by Ernst Lubitsch.
Three hearts that beat as one.
Independent Gilda is resigned fo a life of married tedium when Tom and George, having gotten past their jealousy, come to America and whisk Gilda away to live an exciting polyamorous life in Paris.
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Ernst LubitschDirector
- Fredric MarchTom Chambers
- Miriam HopkinsGilda Farrell
- Gary CooperGeorge Curtis
- Edward Everett HortonMax Plunkett
- Franklin PangbornMr. Douglas
- Isabel JewellPlunkett's Stenographer
- Jane DarwellCurtis' Housekeeper
- Wyndham StandingMax's Butler
- Cosmo Kyrle BellewMan (uncredited)
- Lionel BelmoreTheatre Patron (uncredited)
- Thomas BraidonDouglas' Second Manager (uncredited)
- Nora CecilTom's Secretary (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 29 December 1933
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ben Hecht
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What Design for Living is based on
Design for Living is based on Design for Living (1932) by Noël Coward.
1932
Design for Living
By Noël Coward
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Design for Living: quick answers
Is Design for Living worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 220 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Design for Living?
Design for Living runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).
Does Design for Living have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Design for Living. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Design for Living parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Design for Living is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Design for Living on?
Design for Living isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Design for Living?
If you liked Design for Living, try Platinum Blonde, Female, The Smiling Lieutenant.
Who directed Design for Living?
Design for Living (1933) was directed by Ernst Lubitsch and stars Fredric March, Miriam Hopkins, Gary Cooper.
What is Design for Living based on?
Design for Living is based on Design for Living (1932) by Noël Coward.