Consolation Marriage (1931): cast, story & where to watch

1931 · Film · ★ 6.1

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Released in 1931, Consolation Marriage is a drama and romance film directed by Paul Sloane, running about 81 minutes. “The Girl Who Married To Get Away from Love!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A sportswriter jilted by his globe-trotting girlfriend marries a woman jilted by her boyfriend.

Who’s in it. Consolation Marriage stars Irene Dunne as Mary Brown Porter, Pat O’Brien as Steve Porter, John Halliday as Jeff Hunter and Myrna Loy as Elaine Brandon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Consolation Marriage has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Consolation Marriage page.

If you liked it. Fans of Consolation Marriage tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Consolation Marriage (1931)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Consolation Marriage change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Consolation Marriage worth watching?
Consolation Marriage holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Consolation Marriage?
Consolation Marriage stars Irene Dunne, Pat O’Brien, John Halliday, Myrna Loy and Lester Vail.
When was Consolation Marriage released?
Consolation Marriage was released in 1931, with a runtime of about 81 minutes.