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The Philadelphia Story (1940)

Movie112 minRated Not Rated

IMDb7.9/ 10CTV score7.8/ 10

Where to watch The Philadelphia Story in Australia

The Philadelphia Story is streaming in Australia on HBO Max (subscription). You can also rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99 and Prime Video Store from $4.99.

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Availability checked 16 November 2026.

About The Philadelphia Story

When a rich woman's ex-husband and a tabloid-type reporter turn up just before her planned remarriage, she begins to learn the truth about herself. Remade as a musical in 1956 as High Society.

Year
1940
Genres
Romance, Comedy
Runtime
112 min
Rated
Not Rated
Director
George Cukor
Top cast
Cary Grant, Katharine Hepburn, James Stewart, Ruth Hussey

The Philadelphia Story release dates in Australia

First release (worldwide)

Release dates: TMDB.

Cast and crew of The Philadelphia Story

  • Cary Grantas C.K. Dexter Haven
  • Katharine Hepburnas Tracy Lord
  • James Stewartas Macaulay 'Mike' Connor
  • Ruth Husseyas Elizabeth 'Liz' Imbrie
  • John Howardas George Kittredge
  • Roland Youngas Uncle Willie
  • John Hallidayas Seth Lord
  • Mary Nashas Margaret Lord
  • Virginia Weidleras Dinah Lord
  • Henry Daniellas Sidney Kidd
  • Lionel Papeas Edward
  • Rex Evansas Thomas
  • King Baggotas Wedding Guest (uncredited)
  • Hillary Brookeas Main Line Society Woman (uncredited)
  • Veda Bucklandas Elsie (uncredited)
Director
George Cukor
Screenplay
Waldo Salt, Donald Ogden Stewart
Producer
Joseph L. Mankiewicz
Original Music Composer
Franz Waxman
Director of Photography
Joseph Ruttenberg

Cast and crew: TMDB.

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Can I watch The Philadelphia Story for free in Australia?

No, The Philadelphia Story is not on a free service in Australia right now. You can stream it on HBO Max and rent or buy it on Apple TV from $4.99 and Prime Video Store from $4.99.

Can I rent or buy The Philadelphia Story in Australia?

Yes, you can rent or buy The Philadelphia Story in Australia on Apple TV (rent from $4.99, buy from $14.99) and Prime Video Store (rent from $4.99, buy from $14.99).