On Approval (1944 film)

On Approval is a 1944 British black-and-white comedy film directed by Clive Brook, who also stars in it. It is based on the 1927 play of the same name by Frederick Lonsdale. The film is a remake of the 1930 film of the same name, also based on Lonsdale's play.

The film is a romantic comedy focusing on the social mores and expectations of the British upper class. The plot centers around two independent-minded individuals, Helen Hale and George, Duke of Bristol, who decide to embark on a "trial marriage" arrangement on a remote Scottish island to determine their compatibility before making a permanent commitment. They are accompanied by Maria Wislack and Richard, a mild-mannered friend. The isolation and forced proximity lead to humorous and often chaotic situations as the characters' personalities and relationships are tested.

The film satirizes the conventions of courtship and marriage, highlighting the characters' vanity, eccentricities, and underlying desires. The plot explores themes of societal expectations, gender roles, and the challenges of personal relationships.