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The Bishop's Wife (1947)

An Episcopal Bishop, Henry Brougham, has been working for months on the plans for an elaborate new cathedral which he hopes will be paid for primarily by a wealthy, stubborn widow. He is losing sight of his family and of why he became a churchman in the first place. Enter Dudley, an angel sent to help him. Dudley does help everyone he meets, but not necessarily in the way they would have preferred. With the exception of Henry, everyone loves him, but Henry begins to believe that Dudley is there to replace him, both at work and in his family's affections, as Christmas approaches.

  • Comedy
  • Fantasy
  • Drama

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Cary GrantCary GrantDudley
  • Photo of Loretta YoungLoretta YoungJulia Brougham
  • Photo of David NivenDavid NivenHenry Brougham
  • Photo of Monty WoolleyMonty WoolleyProfessor Wutheridge
  • Photo of James GleasonJames GleasonSylvester
  • Photo of Gladys CooperGladys CooperMrs. Hamilton
  • Photo of Elsa LanchesterElsa LanchesterMatilda
  • Photo of Sara HadenSara HadenMildred Cassaway
  • Photo of Karolyn GrimesKarolyn GrimesDebby Brougham
  • Photo of Tito VuoloTito VuoloMaggenti

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