Second Hand Wife is a 1933 American pre-Code drama film written and directed by Hamilton MacFadden.
The film stars Sally Eilers, Helen Vinson, Ralph Bellamy, and Victor Jory.
Carter's wife, Betty, discusses matters with their daughter Patsy's violin teacher, Lotzi Vadja.
Carter tells Sandra that he plans to divorce his wife, and hopes that he and Betty can share custody of Patsy.
Nothing improper was happening but Betty threatens to cause everyone to think a scandal has taken place unless Carter gives her full custody of Patsy.