Misbehaving Husbands
Misbehaving Husbands

Misbehaving Husbands

1940Movie65 minEnglish

Marital comedy in which a department store mannequin is mistaken for "the other woman".

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IMDb6.1/10
Director: Matty RoubertGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A young businessman pretends to be a married man to avoid romantic entanglements, but his ruse leads to increasingly complicated and comedic situations. As his web of deceit grows, he finds himself juggling multiple women and trying to keep his true marital status a secret. The film follows his frantic attempts to maintain his charade and the humorous consequences that arise from his dishonesty.

Critical Reception

As a low-budget B-movie from the era, 'Misbehaving Husbands' received minimal critical attention upon its release. It was generally seen as a lighthearted, albeit formulaic, comedy typical of its time, aimed at a matinee audience. Modern reception is scarce, often considered a forgotten film from Universal Pictures' output.

What Reviewers Say

  • A silly but harmless romantic comedy.
  • Relies on predictable plot devices and comedic misunderstandings.
  • A typical B-picture offering from the early 1940s.

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Fun Fact

The film was produced by Jack Hively, who would later direct notable films like 'The Mad Doctor of Market Street' (1942) and 'Bowery Champs' (1944).

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