It's a Wise Child (film)

It's a Wise Child is a 1931 American pre-Code comedy film directed by Robert Z. Leonard and starring Marion Davies. The film is based on the 1929 play of the same name by Laurence E. Johnson. It follows the story of Gwendolyn, a young Southern woman who falsely claims to be pregnant to avoid being pressured into marriage. The lie spirals out of control, affecting her family and the small town in which they live. The film explores themes of societal expectations, hypocrisy, and the consequences of deception. The supporting cast includes James Gleason, Sidney Blackmer, and Polly Moran.