Margaret Drew runs her trucking company single-mindedly, if not ruthlessly. The only thorn in her side is writer Michael Holmes who is writing a book on some of her tough ways. With no time for men, the effect an attractive stranger has on her at her sister's wedding is unnerving. When it turns out this is the hated writer, she starts seriously to lose her bearings. Surely it can't become Maggie and Mike?
A high-powered magazine editor, Michael Lanning, is under pressure to marry to secure a loan for his publishing company. He enlists the help of his secretary, Mary Smith, to pose as his wife. Their charade quickly becomes complicated when his family and business associates begin to interfere, and Mary finds herself genuinely falling for Michael, despite his initial motives.
Released during wartime, 'They All Kissed the Bride' was a modest success, praised for its lighthearted charm and the chemistry between its leads. While not a groundbreaking film, it provided welcome escapism with its witty dialogue and predictable, yet enjoyable, romantic entanglement. It's often remembered as a pleasant example of studio-era screwball comedy.
Google audience: Audience reception for 'They All Kissed the Bride' is not widely available in aggregated form. However, based on available commentary, viewers generally appreciate the film for its classic Hollywood charm and the engaging performances of its lead actors, finding it a delightful and easy-to-watch romantic comedy.
Despite playing a character who is the boss, Joan Crawford was actually paid more for this film than her co-star Melvyn Douglas, as she was the bigger star at the time.
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