The Awful Truth

Directed by: Leo McCarey

Starring: Cary Grant, Irene Dunne, Ralph Bellamy, Alex d'Arcy, Cecil Cunningham, Molly Lamont, Esther Dale, Joyce Compton, Robert John Allen, Robert Warwick

Contributors: Leo McCarey, Vina Delmar, Morris Stoloff

Description

The Awful Truth (1937), directed by Leo McCarey, is a classic screwball comedy starring Cary Grant and Irene Dunne. The film follows Jerry (Grant), who suspects his wife Lucy (Dunne) of having an affair and files for divorce. As the couple begins to date other people, including wealthy oil baron Daniel Leeson (Ralph Bellamy), they discover they still have feelings for each other. This hilarious and charming film showcases the chemistry between Grant and Dunne, making it one of the great romantic comedies of the 1930s.

This restored Blu-ray edition from The Criterion Collection preserves the film’s classic humor while providing a polished visual and audio experience for modern viewers.

Key Features

• Format: Blu-ray / Restored
• Studio: Criterion Collection
• Catalogue No: CC2872BDUK
• Barcode: 5050629258530
• Main Language: English
• Region: B
• Release Date: 23 Apr 2018
• Originally Issued: 1937
• No of Discs: 1
• Weight: 108g
• Dimensions: 175 x 12 x 145 (mm)
• Genre: Classic
• BBFC Certification: (U) Universal, suitable for all
• Rental/Retail: Retail not for Rental
• Run Time: 91 minutes

Special Features

• Interactive Menus
• Interviews: Interview with critic Gary Giddins about director Leo McCarey
• Illustrated 1978 audio interview with actress Irene Dunne