The Palm Beach Story
A New York inventor, Tom Jeffers, needs cash to develop his big idea, so his adoring wife, Gerry, decides to raise it by divorcing him and marrying an eccentric Florida millionaire, J. D. Hackensacker III.
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Streaming now in the United States on YouTube TV.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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The Palm Beach Story ≣ 1942 ≣ Trailer
The Palm Beach Story Official Trailer #1 - Robert Warwick Movie (1942) HD
Three Reasons: The Palm Beach Story
Mick Garris on THE PALM BEACH STORY
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Frequently asked questions about The Palm Beach Story
Where can I watch The Palm Beach Story in the United States?
The Palm Beach Story is available to stream on YouTube TV in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch The Palm Beach Story for free?
Not free in the United States right now. The Palm Beach Story needs a subscription to YouTube TV, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for The Palm Beach Story?
The Palm Beach Story scores 7.0 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in The Palm Beach Story?
The Palm Beach Story stars Claudette Colbert, Joel McCrea, Mary Astor, Rudy Vallee, and Sig Arno. Preston Sturges is the director.
How long is The Palm Beach Story?
The Palm Beach Story runs 1h 28m (88 minutes).
When did The Palm Beach Story come out?
The Palm Beach Story was released on August 28, 1942.
Which studio made The Palm Beach Story?
The Palm Beach Story was produced by Paramount Pictures in the United States.
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.