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The Opposite Sex

1956·Movie
1h 56min·NR
46
MediocreGoodWatch score

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace5
  • Spectacle4

Heart

Romantic and nostalgic

  • Romance7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Some satire and sharp wit

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Satire & Parody6
  • Wit & Wordplay5
  • Situational Comedy3

World

Show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Direction6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Music Centrality8
  • Music Composition7
  • Cinematography6

Who it's for

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About

There's one thing on their minds- MEN!

Former radio singer Kay learns from her gossipy friends that her husband, Steve, has had an affair with chorus girl Crystal. Devastated, Kay tries to ignore the information, but when Crystal performs one of her musical numbers at a charity benefit, she breaks down and goes to Reno to file for divorce. However, when she hears that gold-digging Crystal is making Steve unhappy, Kay resolves to get her husband back. The Opposite Sex is a remake of the 1939 comedy The Women.
Romantic ComedyShowbiz DramaRemake1950s SettingGossip & RivalryMusical NumbersMarriage TroublesFemale EnsembleSophisticated Humor

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Opposite Sex

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Opposite Sex legally?

You can rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Opposite Sex worth watching?

46
MediocreGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 47/100 (IMDb 6.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 40%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Opposite Sex rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is The Opposite Sex?

1 h 56 min

The Opposite Sex runs 1 h 56 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Opposite Sex?

Critics40
Audiences53

Not quite. Audiences rate The Opposite Sex higher (53) than critics (40). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

What language is The Opposite Sex in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Opposite Sex?

7AUCAGBGGIEROUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Opposite Sex in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Opposite Sex use?

Dramatic IronyBathtub SceneGossipy HensZip Me UpThe Musical MusicalPretty in MinkSpinning PaperDramatic DropTitle Theme TuneThe Friend Nobody LikesFlashbackGold Diggerand 5 more

TV Tropes lists 17 storytelling tropes for The Opposite Sex, including Dramatic Irony, Bathtub Scene, Gossipy Hens.