Old Acquaintance 1943 DVD - Bette Davis / Miriam Hopkins

In this classic drama, jealousy threatens the lifelong friendship between Kit Marlowe (Bette Davis), a critically acclaimed but financially struggling author and playwright, and Millie Drake (Miriam Hopkins), who finds fame writing bestselling but trashy novels. Over eight years, Millie's success drives a wedge into her marriage, resulting in her husband Preston leaving her out of neglect and frustration. Another decade later, Kit plans to marry the much-younger Rudd Kendall, sparking more tension as Millie assumes Preston wants a reconciliation, only to learn he is engaged. Preston confesses he was in love with Kit, who had always rejected his advances. Millie blames Kit for her failed marriage and confronts her in a fit of rage. Eventually, discovering that Rudd truly loves Millie's daughter Deirdre, Kit graciously steps aside and blesses their union. In the end, Kit and Millie reconcile, toasting their enduring friendship. Cast: - Bette Davis as Katherine "Kit" Marlowe - Miriam Hopkins as Millie Drake - Gig Young as Rudd Kendall - John Loder as Preston Drake - Dolores Moran as Deirdre Drake - Phillip Reed as Lucian Grant - Roscoe Karns as Charlie Archer - Anne Revere as Belle Carter Runtime: 110 minutes.