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They Knew What They Wanted was released on October 19, 1940 but we couldn't find it on any streaming service yet. Rights can change — try again later.
Get the app to be notifiedCast · Directed by Garson Kanin
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Carole Lombard
Amy Peters
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Charles Laughton
Tony Patucci
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William Gargan
Joe
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Harry Carey
The Doctor
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Frank Fay
Father McKee
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Joseph E. Bernard
The R.F.D.
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Janet Fox
Mildred
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Lee Tung Foo
Ah Gee, the Cook
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Karl Malden
Red
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Victor Kilian
The Photographer
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Demetrius Alexis
Restaurant Customer (uncredited)
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Ricca Allen
Mrs. Thing (uncredited)
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They Knew What They Wanted — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams They Knew What They Wanted?
They Knew What They Wanted isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.
Is They Knew What They Wanted on Netflix?
No, They Knew What They Wanted is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.
Is They Knew What They Wanted on Amazon Prime Video?
No, They Knew What They Wanted isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.
Where can I watch They Knew What They Wanted for free?
They Knew What They Wanted isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.
What is the OTT release date for They Knew What They Wanted?
They Knew What They Wanted hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 7, 1940. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.
