How to Marry a Millionaire

Year

1953

Synopsis

How to Marry a Millionaire is a romantic comedy that follows three fashionable and determined women living in New York City who devise a plan to improve their fortunes by marrying wealthy men. Pooling their resources, they rent an expensive apartment and set out to attract eligible millionaires from high society.

As the trio navigates glamorous parties, social events, and a series of comedic misunderstandings, their carefully crafted scheme begins to unravel. Each woman discovers that love, happiness, and personal fulfillment are often more complicated than financial success, leading them to question their original goals.

Filled with humor, charm, and memorable performances, the film offers a lighthearted look at romance, friendship, and the pursuit of the American dream. Its stylish presentation and star-studded cast helped make it one of the most popular romantic comedies of the 1950s.

Director

Jean Negulesco

Cast

• Marilyn Monroe as Pola Debevoise

• Betty Grable as Loco Dempsey

• Lauren Bacall as Schatze Page

• William Powell as J. D. Hanley

Category

Comedy • Romance • Drama