

A woman's attempted murder of her uncaring husband results in everyday quarrels in the lives of Adam and Amanda, a pair of happily married lawyers who end up on opposite sides of the case in court.
Acting
Tracy and Hepburn's 9th film together — their rhythm is telepathic.
Writing
Ruth Gordon's script sneaks feminism into a 1949 rom-com.

Director
George Cukor
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Judy Holliday's breakout role — she stole every scene and won her own Oscar the next year.
The film was added to the National Film Registry for its 'cultural, historical, or aesthetic significance' — rare for a rom-com.