Consolation Marriage Ending Explained: What Happened and Why?
Complete breakdown of the climax, final twists, and spoilers for Consolation Marriage.
Consolation Marriage Ending Explained: A sportswriter jilted by his globe-trotting girlfriend marries a woman jilted by her boyfriend. Directed by Paul Sloane, this 1931 drama film stars Irene Dunne (Mary Brown Porter), alongside Pat O'Brien as Steve Porter, John Halliday as Jeff Hunter, Myrna Loy as Elaine Brandon. With a 6.4/10 rating, the ending has divided audiences.
What Happens at the End of Consolation Marriage?
A sportswriter jilted by his globe-trotting girlfriend marries a woman jilted by her boyfriend.
How Does Irene Dunne (Mary Brown Porter)'s Story End?
- Irene Dunne: Irene Dunne's storyline wraps up in the final act, though some viewers have found the resolution more ambiguous than expected.
- Pat O'Brien (Steve Porter): Pat O'Brien's role in the climax proves pivotal to how the central conflict resolves.
- John Halliday (Jeff Hunter): John Halliday's character undergoes a significant shift in the final act.
What Does the Ending of Consolation Marriage Mean?
Consolation Marriage's ending attempts to resolve the major plot threads, though some narrative elements involving Irene Dunne may feel rushed. Paul Sloane's final act has been both praised for its ambition and criticized for its execution.