Merrily We Go to Hell

Merrily We Go to Hell is a 1932 pre-Code film directed by Dorothy Arzner, and starring Fredric March and Sylvia Sidney. Its title is an example of the sensationalistic titles that were common in the pre-Code era.[2] Many newspapers refused to publicize the film because of its racy title.[3] The title is a line March's character says while making a toast.[4]

March plays a man undone by alcoholism and adultery.[5] Sidney plays his wife who, when she discovers his adultery, begins an affair with another man.[4] The film received a mixed review from The New York Times upon its release.[6]