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Based on Play Movies Released in 1940
This list shows all Based on Play films released in 1940, including films that went direct-to-video, or only got an international theatrical release. For each film, we use the first date on which it was made available to the public, which might include international theatrical or domestic video releases that were a few days, or sometimes more, earlier than the domestic (US/Canada) theatrical release.
The revenue listed is the worldwide box office combined with the domestic home market revenue to date.
Domestic Analysis for Based on Play Movies for 1940
| Release Date | Movie | Genre | Release Type | Revenue to Date | Trailer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 12 | The Shop Around the Corner | Multiple Genres | Theatrical | $5,851 | |
| January 18 | His Girl Friday | Drama | Theatrical | $0 | |
| June 21 | The Ghost Breakers | Comedy | Theatrical | $0 | |
| September 30 | The Ape | Horror | Theatrical | $0 | |
| October 23 | The Face at the Window | Horror | Theatrical | $0 | |
| November 15 | The Letter | Drama | Theatrical | $0 | |
| December 5 | The Philadelphia Story | Romantic Comedy | Theatrical | $3,007,145 | |