# The Bishop's Wife (1947)

> An overworked bishop receives mischievous heavenly help that forces him to rediscover the family and faith eclipsed by his cathedral ambition.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/11783

## Facts

- Runtime: 109 min
- Genres: Comedy, Fantasy, Drama, Romance
- Director: Henry Koster
- Cast: Cary Grant, Loretta Young, David Niven, Monty Woolley, James Gleason, Gladys Cooper, Elsa Lanchester, Sara Haden
- TMDB rating: 7.1/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0039190/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: mild
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: none
- Mood: witty, warm, sincere, christmas viewing, cozy evening

## Synopsis

An angel's unexpected arrival brings a mix of chaos and charm to a bishop's life, just in time for the holidays.

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