Dec 22, 2023sdb177 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Great role for Cary Grant, and for Loretta Young. Beautiful film about how the right affair of the right style and length can freshen up a stale marriage. Lots of subtext in this one, with implications for how the wives survived the war…
Feb 27, 2022iloveseaotters rated this title 2 out of 5 stars
I knew there was a reason why I'd put off seeing this for so long. I was really disappointed in how slow and-dare I say-boring it was. I love Cary Grant and he and the other cast were great, but I wish it had been a lot better.
Jan 19, 2022lukasevansherman rated this title 3 out of 5 stars
The below review right much nails it. So David Niven is the bishop, Loretta Young is his wife, and Cary Grant is an angel who is totally hitting on Young, even though he's supposed to be helping Niven. It should've been called "The Amorous…
Aug 23, 201910derly rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
Fun, sometimes touching Christmas picture offers a great cast of character actors, with Monty Woolley exceptional. Everyone seems to always love this one for Cary Grant, but after a number of viewings over the years, I feel it's really…
Apr 18, 2019Only_God_Is_AWESOME rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
Definitely worth the entertainment time. This is a truly classic movie. Cary Grant does an exquisite job in his role as the angel. David Nivens and Loretta Young play well on each other and the sparks between Loretta and Cary cannot be…
Jun 10, 2018rodhoover rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
We no longer consider ourselves Christians. We watched this whole movie with pleasure, though. It is nice. Made in 1947, when we were children, the script isn't as dumb as it seems in places. It has good values. However, if the acting…
Dec 16, 2017Shellie1_us rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
I watch this movie every Christmas. A lovely movie about struggling with faith, prayers being answered differently than we expect, and finding joy in the true meaning of Christmas. I always enjoy watching Cary Grant and David Nivens.
Dec 13, 2016Matinee rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
An angel answers a bishop's prayer for guidance, just prior to Christmas. This black-and-white movie is a little slow, but it's worth seeing at least once. It is a light and gentle comedy. Cary Grant made every film he was in better. The…
Jun 03, 2016TSCPL_ChrisB rated this title 3.5 out of 5 stars
A nice little classic Christmas movie. It has its dated moments, but largely stands the test of time. As for classic Christmas films, I liked this better than Miracle on 34th Street, but not nearly as much as It's a Wonderful Life (though…
May 30, 2016Nursebob rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
A cloying bit of fluffiness drenched in yuletide cheeriness but ultimately saved by a trio of fine performances and Gregg Toland's beautiful B&W cinematography which cashes in on snowy stage sets and cozy fireplaces. As an added bonus the…
Feb 13, 2016akirakato rated this title 4 out of 5 stars
This is a 1947 romantic comedy directed by Henry Koster, based on the 1928 novel of the same name by Robert Nathan.
It is a story about an angel who helps a bishop with his problems---one of the most heart-warming Xmas stories.
Feb 09, 2013StarGladiator rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
An entertaining film with really top notch acting by Grant, Niven, Loretta Young, even Monty Woolley's cameo appearance was most succinct. Inspirational as well. If you enjoyed this, and have never seen the original "Here Comes Mr.…
Jan 20, 2013Monolith rated this title 4.5 out of 5 stars
A warm, feel-good film, capturing some wonderfully innocent and beautiful pastimes. How can you not get nostalgic watching children of the '40s transfixed on a Christmas window display? Dudley's (Grant's) message was simple, yet one that's…
Sep 06, 2010darkorion98 rated this title 5 out of 5 stars
This is one of my favorite movies now to watch at Christmas. First time I saw it was last year 2009 and I thought it was really good. I recommended it and yes view it in the B&W not colored
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The Bishop's Wife