The Awful Truth
Unfounded suspicions lead a married couple to begin divorce proceedings, whereupon they start undermining each other's attempts to find new romance.
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Streaming now in the United States on Philo and The Roku Channel.
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Frequently asked questions about The Awful Truth
Where can I watch The Awful Truth in the United States?
The Awful Truth is available to stream on Philo and The Roku Channel in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, and Spectrum On Demand. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Awful Truth for free?
The Awful Truth streams free with ads in the United States on The Roku Channel. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth scores 7.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth stars Irene Dunne, Cary Grant, Ralph Bellamy, Alexander D'Arcy, and Cecil Cunningham. Leo McCarey is the director.
How long is The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth runs 1h 31m (91 minutes).
When did The Awful Truth come out?
The Awful Truth was released on October 21, 1937.
Which studio made The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth was produced by Columbia Pictures in the United States.
What was the budget for The Awful Truth?
The Awful Truth was made on a budget of $600,000.
How much did The Awful Truth make at the box office?
The Awful Truth grossed $3,000,000 worldwide, against a budget of $600,000.
What languages is The Awful Truth in?
The Awful Truth is in French, English, and Italian, and its original language is English.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.