On Approval

1944Movie1 h 20 min

72
GoodGoodWatch score
72
GoodGoodWatch score

Summary

Two wealthy Victorian widows are courted tentatively by two impoverished British aristocrats. When one of the dowagers suggests that her beau go away with her for a month to see if they are compatible, the fireworks begin.

Good for

  • Date night
  • Family movie night
  • Friends night

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Directed by
Clive Brook
Produced by
Clive Brook

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Facts

May 22, 1944 · 1 h 20 min · Comedy, Romance

Released
May 22, 1944
Runtime
1 h 20 min
Genres
Comedy, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
United Kingdom
Available in
3 countries

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Is On Approval worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 72 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 83%). Critics rate it higher (83 out of 100) than audiences (57).

Is On Approval okay for kids?

Yes: the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Will On Approval make me laugh?

Light

Now and then: the humor is mostly situational comedy (7 of 10) and sharp wit (6 of 10).

Is On Approval good for date night?

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Yes: romance is 6 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for date night.