Work-obsessed astronomer William S. Whitley (William Powell) has discovered a new comet while he neglects his wife Vicky (Hedy Lamarr). She decides to see astrologer Margaret Sibyll who has a series of predictions including a new man coming into her life.
The other man needs to show up earlier which would give William more opportunity to be jealous. Actually, Vicky can act a bit more angry to showcase his inattentiveness. A lot of comedic opportunities get left on the table. His jealousy generates some good fun although it would be funnier if she isn't actually interested. It needs to be all sitcom misunderstandings. If she's actually into it, the marriage becomes questionable. The other way is for this to go full black comedy. I don't think a big studio pairing of these two stars is looking for that. I'm left with some uncomfortable feelings.
The other man needs to show up earlier which would give William more opportunity to be jealous. Actually, Vicky can act a bit more angry to showcase his inattentiveness. A lot of comedic opportunities get left on the table. His jealousy generates some good fun although it would be funnier if she isn't actually interested. It needs to be all sitcom misunderstandings. If she's actually into it, the marriage becomes questionable. The other way is for this to go full black comedy. I don't think a big studio pairing of these two stars is looking for that. I'm left with some uncomfortable feelings.