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What Wives Want

Synopsis

Claire Howard, neglected by her husband, Austin, succumbs to the attentions of Austin's business partner, John Reeves, to the dismay of Alice Loring, her sister. When Claire ignores Alice's advice to end the affair, Alice goes to Reeves hoping to reason with him.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

May 6, 1923

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Jack Conway
Screenplay & Story
Edward T. Lowe Jr.
Original Title
What Wives Want
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
No Language
Runtime
50m
Production Studios
Universal Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Jack Conway

Screenplay & Story

Edward T. Lowe Jr., Perry N. Vekroff

Director of Photography

Charles E. Kaufman

Department Leadership Roster

Jack Conway

Jack Conway

Director

Edward T. Lowe Jr.

Screenplay

Charles E. Kaufman

Director of Photography

Official cinematic photography and background stills for What Wives Want.

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Frequently Asked Questions About What Wives Want

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is What Wives Want about?

Claire Howard, neglected by her husband, Austin, succumbs to the attentions of Austin's business partner, John Reeves, to the dismay of Alice Loring, her sister. When Claire ignores Alice's advice to end the affair, Alice goes to Reeves hoping to reason with him.

Who directed What Wives Want?

What Wives Want was directed by Jack Conway.

Who stars in What Wives Want?

The principal cast of What Wives Want includes Ethel Grey Terry, Vernon Steele, Ramsey Wallace, Niles Welch, Margaret Landis.

When was What Wives Want released and how long is it?

What Wives Want was released in 1923 with a total runtime of 50m.