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The Bishop's Wife

ComedyDramaFantasy
1947, 1h 49min
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.
Country: United States
Director:
Henry Koster
Cast:
Regis Toomey,
Edgar Dearing,
Cary Grant,
James Gleason
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Critic Peter Bradshaw
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Cary Grant and David Niven shine in cosy Christmas comedy.

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Cast & Crew

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Henry Koster
Director
Regis Toomey
As Mr. Miller
Edgar Dearing
As Policeman
Cary Grant
As Dudley
James Gleason
As Sylvester
Erville Alderson
As Stevens
Loretta Young
As Julia Brougham

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A devoted bishop, consumed by his quest to build a grand cathedral, neglects his family and loses sight of his true calling. Just as he's at his wit's end, an unexpected visitor arrives, sent by a higher power to guide him on a journey of self-discovery and love. As the bishop's faith is restored, he must confront his own doubts and fears, and make a choice that will change his life forever.

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