

She Wouldn't Say Yes
“It's all in fun... and fun for all !”
Synopsis
Susan Lane is a gifted psychiatrist, grounded in self-control. Before returning by train to her practice in Chicago, she spends time back East with war veterans, building their self-esteem, but frowning on the impulsive, as represented by a favorite comic strip called "The Nixie." She bumps into Michael Kent, an officer and the comic strip's author. He likes her instantly and she dislikes him. He's headed to the Pacific, sees her on the train, gets off in Chicago, and with her father's help, pursues her and hatches a plan to marry her. Meanwhile, she has her own plan to get rid of him with the help of a blond patient. Will the Nixie get into her psyche?
Top Cast
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Dr. Susan A. Lane
Lee Bowman
Michael Kent
Adele Jergens
Allura
Charles Winninger
Doctor Lane
Harry Davenport
Albert
Sara Haden
Laura Pitts
Percy Kilbride
Judge Whittaker
Lewis L. Russell
Colonel Brady
Mary Treen
Train Passenger at Bar
Charles Arnt
Train Conductor (uncredited)
Willie Best
Porter (uncredited)
Al Bridge
Conductor (uncredited)
George Cleveland
Ticket Seller (uncredited)
Edward Gargan
Cab Driver (uncredited)
Sam McDaniel
Train Steward (uncredited)
Darren McGavin
The Kid - Soldier in Hospital (uncredited)
Mantan Moreland
Porter (uncredited)
Clarence Muse
Porter (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 29, 1945
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexander Hall
- Screenplay & Story
- Virginia Van Upp, Hans Jacoby, Sarett Tobias
- Original Score
- Marlin Skiles
- Original Title
- She Wouldn't Say Yes
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexander Hall
Virginia Van Upp, Hans Jacoby, Sarett Tobias, Wilhelm Thiele, László Görög
Marlin Skiles
Joseph Walker
Viola Lawrence
Virginia Van Upp
Department Leadership Roster
Alexander Hall
Director
Virginia Van Upp
Screenplay
Hans Jacoby
Screenplay
Sarett Tobias
Screenplay
Virginia Van Upp
Producer
Marlin Skiles
Original Music Composer
Jean Louis
Costume Design
Viola Lawrence
Editor
Joseph Walker
Director of Photography
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About She Wouldn't Say Yes
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is She Wouldn't Say Yes about?
Susan Lane is a gifted psychiatrist, grounded in self-control. Before returning by train to her practice in Chicago, she spends time back East with war veterans, building their self-esteem, but frowning on the impulsive, as represented by a favorite comic strip called "The Nixie." She bumps into Michael Kent, an officer and the comic strip's author. He likes her instantly and she dislikes him. He's headed to the Pacific, sees her on the train, gets off in Chicago, and with her father's help, pursues her and hatches a plan to marry her. Meanwhile, she has her own plan to get rid of him with the help of a blond patient. Will the Nixie get into her psyche?
Who directed She Wouldn't Say Yes?
She Wouldn't Say Yes was directed by Alexander Hall.
Who stars in She Wouldn't Say Yes?
The principal cast of She Wouldn't Say Yes includes Rosalind Russell, Lee Bowman, Adele Jergens, Charles Winninger, Harry Davenport.
When was She Wouldn't Say Yes released and how long is it?
She Wouldn't Say Yes was released in 1945 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for She Wouldn't Say Yes?
The original motion picture soundtrack for She Wouldn't Say Yes was composed by Marlin Skiles.
