Slightly Married (1932) in Color — Starring Evalyn Knapp & Walter Byron

Slightly Married (1932) — Buy This Classic in Color

Discover Slightly Married, Richard Thorpe’s 1932 romantic comedy starring Evalyn Knapp, Walter Byron, and Marie Prevost, now available as a professionally colorized version. Own this classic movie in color as a DRM-free MP4 digital download for just €15.00.

Plot Summary

Bob Benton is a charming, carefree young man-about-town whose comfortable lifestyle is entirely funded by his wealthy, domineering Aunt Hortense. When the formidable old woman grows tired of her nephew’s aimless bachelorhood and issues an ultimatum — get married within thirty days or be permanently cut off from the family fortune — Bob finds himself in a desperate predicament. He enjoys his freedom far too much to actually settle down, but he cannot imagine surviving without his aunt’s generous allowance.

Desperate to keep his inheritance flowing without actually committing to a real marriage, Bob concocts what he believes is a foolproof scheme: he will find a sensible, practical woman willing to enter a strictly business arrangement — a marriage on paper only, with no romantic obligations, no emotional entanglement, and a quiet annulment once the aunt is satisfied. He finds the perfect candidate in the beautiful, sharp-witted Helen Warner, a smart, independent young woman who has her own pressing financial reasons for accepting the unconventional proposal. They shake hands on the deal like two business partners rather than newlyweds.

But what begins as a simple, straightforward contractual arrangement quickly becomes wonderfully, chaotically complicated when genuine feelings start to develop between the phony husband and wife. Living together under one roof, sharing meals, arguing over domestic details, and presenting a convincing front to the sharp-eyed aunt, they discover a natural chemistry and growing affection that neither expected nor wanted. Meanwhile, Bob’s glamorous former flame refuses to accept that he has moved on and launches a campaign to break up the marriage. Other romantic entanglements, jealous rivals, and comic misunderstandings create a farcical tangle of confusion that threatens to expose the entire sham. As the pretend couple struggles to maintain their increasingly fragile charade in front of the suspicious, omnipresent Aunt Hortense, they are forced to confront the delicious irony that playing at marriage has made them realize they desperately want the real thing after all.

Cast & Crew

Director: Richard Thorpe

Stars: Evalyn Knapp, Walter Byron, Marie Prevost, Jason Robards Sr.

Why Buy This Classic in Color?

Slightly Married was originally filmed in black and white during the freewheeling, uninhibited pre-Code era of Hollywood filmmaking. This professionally colorized restoration brings frame-by-frame precision to the fashionable 1930s wardrobes, the elegant Art Deco drawing rooms, and the comedic set pieces that drive the increasingly complicated farce. The colorized version adds visual sparkle and period glamour to this restored classic film. Now also available in colour.

Buy Slightly Married in color today for just €15.00. Your DRM-free MP4 download is available for instant access.

Historical Significance

Slightly Married is a delightful example of early 1930s pre-Code comedy, produced during the brief period when Hollywood could address romance, sexuality, and unconventional relationships with a frankness and sophistication that the strict Production Code would soon prohibit. Director Richard Thorpe, who would go on to a long and prolific career at MGM directing everything from Tarzan films to Elvis Presley musicals, demonstrates his natural gift for light comedy and efficient storytelling. The film features Marie Prevost, a popular silent-film star successfully transitioning to talkies, and Jason Robards Sr., father of the future two-time Oscar winner. Through professional colorization, this breezy pre-Code romantic comedy reaches new audiences.

Technical Details

• Format: MP4 digital download
• Resolution: HD restored
• Colorized: Professionally colorized from original black and white
• Audio: Original mono restored
• Runtime: Approximately 65 minutes
• DRM-free: Yes — watch on any device
• Instant download: Available immediately after purchase
• Price: €15.00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Movie-Specific Questions

Q: Is this a pre-Code film?
A: Yes, Slightly Married was made during the uninhibited pre-Code era of early 1930s Hollywood, when romantic comedies could address unconventional relationships, cohabitation, and sexual attraction with a frankness and wit that later censorship would not permit.

Q: What is the marriage-of-convenience premise?
A: The hero must marry to keep his inheritance, so he arranges a fake marriage with a practical young woman. The comedy derives from their growing genuine attraction as they pretend to be a real couple for the benefit of his suspicious aunt.

Q: Who are the notable cast members?
A: The film features Evalyn Knapp, Walter Byron, Marie Prevost (a popular silent-film star), and Jason Robards Sr., whose son Jason Robards Jr. would become one of America’s most acclaimed stage and screen actors.

Digital Download Questions

Q: What format is the download?
A: The film is delivered as an MP4 file compatible with virtually any device or media player.

Q: Is there DRM on the file?
A: No. The download is completely DRM-free so you can watch it on any device without restrictions.

Q: How quickly can I watch after purchase?
A: Your download link is available instantly after payment, so you can start watching within minutes.

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