The Philadelphia Story
1940, English. Directed by George Cukor.
Broadway's howling year-run comedy hit of the snooty society beauty who slipped and fell - IN LOVE!
When a rich woman's ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself.
- Runtime
- 1h 53m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Worth the Hype
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7.5/10 from 1,045 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Philadelphia Story
The Philadelphia Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- George CukorDirector
- Cary GrantC.K. Dexter Haven
- Katharine HepburnTracy Lord
- James StewartMacaulay 'Mike' Connor
- Ruth HusseyElizabeth 'Liz' Imbrie
- John HowardGeorge Kittredge
- Roland YoungUncle Willie
- John HallidaySeth Lord
- Mary NashMargaret Lord
- Virginia WeidlerDinah Lord
- Henry DaniellSidney Kidd
- Lionel PapeEdward
- Rex EvansThomas
Details
- Released
- 5 December 1940
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Donald Ogden Stewart, Waldo Salt
- Budget
- $914K
- Box office
- $3.3M
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What The Philadelphia Story is based on
The Philadelphia Story is based on The Philadelphia Story (1939) by Philip Barry.
1939
The Philadelphia Story
By Philip Barry
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The Philadelphia Story: quick answers
Is The Philadelphia Story worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 1,045 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Philadelphia Story?
The Philadelphia Story runs 113 minutes (1h 53m).
Does The Philadelphia Story have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Philadelphia Story. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Philadelphia Story parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Philadelphia Story is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Philadelphia Story on?
The Philadelphia Story isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Philadelphia Story?
If you liked The Philadelphia Story, try It Happened One Night, My Favorite Wife, The Out-of-Towners.
Who directed The Philadelphia Story?
The Philadelphia Story (1940) was directed by George Cukor and stars Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, James Stewart.
What is The Philadelphia Story based on?
The Philadelphia Story is based on The Philadelphia Story (1939) by Philip Barry.