Top Cast
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Melvyn Douglas
Jerome 'Jerry' Marvin
Ruth Hussey
Professor Susan Drake
Ellen Drew
Babe Marvin
Charles Coburn
Professor Drake
John Hubbard
Tom Drake
Harvey Stephens
Dr. Cassell
Theresa Harris
Hattie
Hooper Atchley
Ticket Man (uncredited)
Irving Bacon
Doorman (uncredited)
Brooks Benedict
Concert Attendee (uncredited)
George Beranger
Waiter (uncredited)
Betty Blythe
Minor Role (uncredited)
Lloyd Bridges
Taxi Driver (uncredited)
Barbara Brown
Shipboard Passenger (uncredited)
Hobart Cavanaugh
Shipboard Passenger (uncredited)
Grace Darmond
Minor Role (uncredited)
Thornton Edwards
Cuban Driver (uncredited)
Bob Evans
Black Man (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 20, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John M. Stahl
- Screenplay & Story
- P.J. Wolfson
- Original Score
- Leo Shuken
- Original Title
- Our Wife
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John M. Stahl
P.J. Wolfson
Leo Shuken
Franz Planer
Gene Havlick
John M. Stahl
Department Leadership Roster
John M. Stahl
Director
P.J. Wolfson
Screenplay
Franz Planer
Director of Photography
Gene Havlick
Editor
John M. Stahl
Producer
Leo Shuken
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Our Wife.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Wife
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Our Wife about?
A musician's ex-wife wants him back after he finds love and success.
Who directed Our Wife?
Our Wife was directed by John M. Stahl.
Who stars in Our Wife?
The principal cast of Our Wife includes Melvyn Douglas, Ruth Hussey, Ellen Drew, Charles Coburn, John Hubbard.
When was Our Wife released and how long is it?
Our Wife was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 1h 32m.
Who composed the musical score for Our Wife?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Our Wife was composed by Leo Shuken.