The Great Lie

(1941)Directed by Edmund Goulding108 minDrama
Sometimes there's a terrible penalty for telling the truth.

After a newlywed's husband apparently dies in a plane crash, she discovers that her rival for his affections is pregnant with his child.

Bette Davisas Maggie Patterson Van Allen
Mary Astoras Sandra Kovak
George Brentas Peter 'Pete' Van Allen
Lucile Watsonas Aunt Ada Greenfield
Grant Mitchellas Joshua Mason
Jerome Cowanas Jock Thompson
Charles Trowbridgeas Senator Ted Greenfield
Thurston Hallas Oscar Worthington James
Russell Hicksas Colonel Harriston
J. Farrell MacDonaldas Dr. Ferguson
Addison Richardsas Mr. Talbot
Sam McDanielas Jefferson Washington
Gino Corradoas Concert Hall Reception Waiter (uncredited)
SHSam Harrisas Club Patron (uncredited)
Doris Lloydas Sandra's Maid Bertha (uncredited)
George H. Reedas Senator Greenfield's Butler (uncredited)
Cyril Ringas Harry Anderson (uncredited)
Ernestine Wadeas Singing Extra (uncredited)
HGHerschel Grahamas Club Patron (uncredited)