The Bishop's Wife
US (1947): Comedy/Fantasy/Romance
A Christmas perennial from 1947, this comedy/fantasy stars Cary Grant as Dudley, an angel who works his heavenly magic on an Episcopalian bishop (David Niven) who is struggling to raise money for a new church and who has grown distant from his wife (Loretta Young). While Young remains unaware of the angel's benevolent influence, this light comedy unfolds with abundant charm and lasting appeal. Featuring engaging performances from its stellar cast, which also included Monty Wooley, James Gleason, Gladys Cooper and Elsa Lanchester. Henry Koster directs this Goldwyn/UA release. The Bishop's Wife inspired the 1996 remake The Preacher's Wife, starring Denzel Washington and Whitney Houston. (Amazon.com)
5 nominations, 1 Award
· Best Sound Recording 1947: (Goldwyn Sound Department)
· Best Picture 1947: Samuel Goldwyn, producer (Goldwyn, RKO Radio)
· Directing 1947: Henry Koster
· Film Editing 1947: Monica Collingwood
· Music Scoring Awards (Scoring of a Dramatic or Comedy Picture) 1947: Hugo Friedhofer