How to Marry a Millionaire
Three women set out to find eligible millionaires to marry, but find true love in the process.
Critics Sentiment
Tom reveals his wealth with thousand dollar bill at greasy spoon diner
Schatze prepares to marry J.D. Hanley at the wedding ceremony
The film builds from the tense wedding preparations to the delightful final revelation at the diner, rising 2.5 points as Tom's true wealth is revealed in the most ironic way possible.
The film maintains consistently positive reception throughout, with reviewers particularly praising the chemistry between the three leads and the witty screenplay. Monroe's glasses-wearing character and the subversive romantic elements earned special acclaim, while the CinemaScope showcase and sophisticated dialogue kept audiences engaged. The sentiment peaks with the perfectly ironic ending where true love and wealth converge in the most unexpected setting.
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Marilyn Monroe
Pola Debevoise
Lauren Bacall
Schatze Page
Betty Grable
Loco Dempsey
David Wayne
Freddie Denmark
Rory Calhoun
Eben
Cameron Mitchell
Tom Brookman
Alexander D'Arcy
J. Stewart Merrill
Fred Clark
Waldo Brewster
William Powell
J.D. Hanley
Percy Helton
Mr. Benton (uncredited)
Harry James
Radio Trumpeter (uncredited)
Hope Landin
Mrs. Salem (uncredited)
Ruth Hall
Model (uncredited)
Charlotte Austin
Model (uncredited)
Merry Anders
Model (uncredited)
Robert Adler
Cab Driver (uncredited)
Tom Greenway
Motorcycle Cop (uncredited)
Jan Arvan
Tony (uncredited)
John Breen
Cook (uncredited)
Benny Burt
Reporter (uncredited)
Crew
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