The Egg and I
📖 Synopsis
World War II veteran Bob MacDonald surprises his new wife, Betty, by quitting his city job and moving them to a dilapidated farm in the country. While Betty gamely struggles with managing the crumbling house and holding off nosy neighbors and a recalcitrant pig, Bob makes plans for crops and livestock. The couple's bliss is shaken by a visit from a beautiful farm owner, who seems to want more from Bob than just managing her property.
🎥 Production Details
- Tagline
- “A best seller becomes a best picture !”
- Release Status
- Released
- Genres
- Comedy, Romance
- Director
- Chester Erskine
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Claudette ColbertBetty MacDonald
Fred MacMurrayBob MacDonald
Marjorie MainPhoebe 'Ma' Kettle
Louise AllbrittonHarriet Putnam
Percy KilbrideFrank 'Pa' Kettle
Richard LongTom Kettle
Billy HouseBilly Reed
Ida MooreEmily
Donald MacBrideMr. Henty
Samuel S. HindsSheriff Drum🎬 Similar Movies
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Egg and I about?
- World War II veteran Bob MacDonald surprises his new wife, Betty, by quitting his city job and moving them to a dilapidated farm in the country. While Betty gamely struggles with managing the crumbling house and holding off nosy neighbors and a recalcitrant pig, Bob makes plans for crops and livestock. The couple's bliss is shaken by a visit from a beautiful farm owner, who seems to want more from Bob than just managing her property.
- Who directed The Egg and I?
- The Egg and I was directed by Chester Erskine.
- When was The Egg and I released?
- The Egg and I was released on May 1, 1947.
- How long is The Egg and I?
- The Egg and I has a runtime of 1h 48m.
- Where can I track The Egg and I?
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