Review of My Favorite Wife (1940) by Karli W — 15 Mar 2008

I love this movie. Cary Grant and Irene Dunne once again star in this lovely film.

This review of My Favorite Wife (1940) was written by Karli W on 15 Mar 2008.

My Favorite Wife has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Richard S (2,067) on 23 Dec 2008

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This was fun, but not as engaging as other stuff I've recently watched with Grant, thus the kind of middling rating…

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By Private U (13,627) on 20 Jul 2008

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By Ugoma G (36) on 17 Oct 2008

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Not one of the classic screwballs, but some good goofing around and pleasingly self-assured leading lady…

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