A Letter to Three Wives (1949)
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Synopsis
A letter is addressed to three wives from their "best friend" Addie Ross, announcing that she is running away with one of their husbands - but she does not say which one.
Cast
- Jeanne Crain
- Linda Darnell
- Ann Sothern
- Kirk Douglas
- Paul Douglas
- Barbara Lawrence
- Jeffrey Lynn
- Connie Gilchrist
- Florence Bates
- Hobart Cavanaugh
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- Nov 25, 2018
a letter to three wives invented autotune, pass it on
Catherine StebbinsMay 6, 2025Action! - All About Mankiewicz After a series of underwhelming films, I finally got around to a film I can genuinely say I’ve enjoyed. Such a simple premise that’s incredibly executed, bolstered by a delightful and often hilarious script and wonderful performances. Douglas…
Rafael "Mister Movie" JovineFeb 24, 2021“A Letter to Three Wives” is director Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s gushy fun deconstruction of 50s domestic life. The first part of Mankiewicz’s never-repeated Oscar double whammy of winning both Best Director and Best Screenplay two years in a row, “Wives” is a prelude on the…
theriverjordan - Mar 15, 2022
YOU FEEL BADLY LIKE THIS! *furious grabby hands*Kirk Douglas is so good in this movie. Paul Douglas is so good in this movie. Linda Darnell is so good in this movie. (Those two get bonus points for making me cry.) Ann Sothern is so good in this movie. Jeffrey…
sakana1Mar 11, 2021As far as I can tell, the reason this film is appreciated but not a widely known Tier 1 Hollywood classic is that the year after it came out, Joseph Mankiewicz won his second consecutive best screenplay and best director Oscars for All About Eve. All About Eve is iconic,…
DallasFranceJan 7, 2019lora mae is an icon
alex - Jun 11, 2024
Jeanne Crain, Linda Darnell and Ann Sothern star in this romantic drama from Joseph L Mankiewicz, about three women informed by letter that their friend has run away with one of their husbands, going back and following each relationship with flashbacks. You can definitely…
Josh GillamJan 11, 2020I forgot just how good this movie is. This is the apex, the pinnacle of "she did that!" cinema. I have no idea how Joseph Mankiewicz understood women so well in his writing of this and All About Eve, but damn! He just captures three vibrant, angry, stressed out,…
Zoë 🐛Jan 12, 2025A Letter to Three Wives feels both ahead of its time and oddly dated, striking a unique balance that makes it intriguing to watch. The film offers genuinely funny moments, showcasing sharp, witty dialogue and clever situational humor. However, there are peculiar production…
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- Momo lovedA Letter to Three Wives
Une voix off peu commune et très bien développé, mais bon déçue de jamais la voir cette Abby Ross !!!
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949)?
The movie is 1hr 43min long.
What's A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949) about?
A letter is addressed to three wives from their "best friend" Addie Ross, announcing that she is running away with one of their husbands - but she does not say which one.
Who's the cast of A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949)?
- Jeanne Crain as Deborah Bishop
- Linda Darnell as Lora Mae Hollingsway
- Ann Sothern as Rita Phipps
- Kirk Douglas as George Phipps
- Paul Douglas as Porter Hollingsway
- Barbara Lawrence as Georgiana 'Babe' Finney
- Jeffrey Lynn as Bradford 'Brad' Bishop
- Connie Gilchrist as Mrs. Ruby Finney
- Florence Bates as Mrs. Manleigh
- Hobart Cavanaugh as Mr. Manleigh
Who's the director behind A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949)?
Joseph L. Mankiewicz directed A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949).
Who produced A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949)?
Sol C. Siegel produced A Letter to Three Wives (1949) (1949).
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