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The Egg and I

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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.

Top Cast

  • Claudette Colbert

    Claudette Colbert

    Betty MacDonald

  • Fred MacMurray

    Fred MacMurray

    Bob MacDonald

  • Marjorie Main

    Marjorie Main

    Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle

  • Louise Allbritton

    Louise Allbritton

    Harriet Putnam

  • Percy Kilbride

    Percy Kilbride

    Frank 'Pa' Kettle

  • Richard Long

    Richard Long

    Tom Kettle

  • Billy House

    Billy House

    Billy Reed

  • Ida Moore

    Ida Moore

    Emily

  • Donald MacBride

    Donald MacBride

    Mr. Henty

Overview

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.

Rating

7.1 / 10
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