
Common Law Wife
“You don't have to say”
Synopsis
Shug, a rich old man, throws out his longtime live-in mistress and moves in his young, sexy niece, who's just returned home after making a living as a stripper in New Orleans. The mistress doesn't intend to go without a fight, however, and while Shug tries to make peace between the two women, he doesn't realize that his niece has her own plans for him.
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July 20, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Sayers, Larry Buchanan
- Screenplay & Story
- Grace Nolan
- Original Title
- Common Law Wife
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Sayers, Larry Buchanan
Grace Nolan
Fred A. Kadane, M.A. Ripps
Department Leadership Roster
Grace Nolan
Writer
Eric Sayers
Director
Fred A. Kadane
Producer
Larry Buchanan
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Common Law Wife
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What is Common Law Wife about?
Shug, a rich old man, throws out his longtime live-in mistress and moves in his young, sexy niece, who's just returned home after making a living as a stripper in New Orleans. The mistress doesn't intend to go without a fight, however, and while Shug tries to make peace between the two women, he doesn't realize that his niece has her own plans for him.
Who directed Common Law Wife?
Common Law Wife was directed by Eric Sayers, Larry Buchanan.
Who stars in Common Law Wife?
The principal cast of Common Law Wife includes Annabelle Weenick, George Edgley, Max W. Anderson, Lacey Kelly, Bert Masters.
When was Common Law Wife released and how long is it?
Common Law Wife was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.



















