The Bishop's Wife (1947) is a classic romantic comedy about a bishop named Henry Brougham, who prays for guidance while struggling to fund a new cathedral. In response, an angel named Dudley appears but begins to focus more on helping Henry’s neglected wife, Julia. As Dudley brings charm and warmth to Julia’s life, Henry becomes increasingly concerned about the angel's intentions. The film explores themes of faith, love, and the importance of family, starring Cary Grant, Loretta Young, and David Niven.
Cast:
Cary Grant known as Dudley
Loretta Young known as Julia Brougham
David Niven known as Henry Brougham
Monty Woolley known as Professor Wutheridge
James Gleason known as Sylvester
Gladys Cooper known as Mrs. Hamilton
Elsa Lanchester known as Matilda
Sara Haden known as Mildred Cassaway
Karolyn Grimes known as Debby Brougham
Tito Vuolo known as Maggenti
Regis Toomey known as Mr. Miller
Sarah Edwards known as Mrs. Duffy
Margaret McWade known as Miss Trumbull
Anne O'Neal known as Mrs. Ward
Ben Erway known as Mr. Perry
Erville Alderson known as Stevens
Robert J. Anderson known as Defense Captain
Teddy Infuhr known as Attack Captain
Director : Henry Koster
Writers : Robert E. Sherwood, Leonardo Bercovici, Robert Nathan
Genres : Comedy, Drama, Fantasy, Romance
Certificate : PG
Alternative Titles
Argentina : Un enviado del cielo
Australia, United Kingdom, United States, Ecuador, Canada : The Bishop's Wife
Austria : Jede Frau braucht einen Engel
Brazil : Um Anjo Caiu do Céu
Canada : Honni soit qui mal y pense
Croatia : Biskupova žena
Denmark : Biskoppens kone
Finland : Piispan vaimo
France : Honni soit qui mal y pense
Greece : Enas angelos sti gi
Greece ; Ένας άγγελος στη Γη
Hungary : A püspök felesége
Italy : La moglie del vescovo
Japan ; 気まぐれ天使
Mexico : Un enviado del cielo
Netherlands : Cary en the Bishop's Wife
Netherlands ; Hoog bezoek
Norway : Biskopens kone
Poland : Żona biskupa
Portugal : O Mensageiro do Céu
Romania : Sotia episcopului
Russia : Жена епископа
Soviet Union : Жена епископа
Spain : La mujer del obispo
Spain : Regalo de Navidad
Sweden : Ängel på prov
Turkey : Bir Meleğin Aşkı
Ukraine : Дружина єпископа
Venezuela : La esposa del obispo
West Germany ; Jede Frau braucht einen Engel
West Germany : Engel sind überall
Yugoslavia : Biskupova zena
