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The Egg and I (1947)

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.

  • Comedy
  • Romance

Top billed cast

  • Photo of Claudette ColbertClaudette ColbertBetty MacDonald
  • Photo of Fred MacMurrayFred MacMurrayBob MacDonald
  • Photo of Marjorie MainMarjorie MainPhoebe 'Ma' Kettle
  • Photo of Louise AllbrittonLouise AllbrittonHarriet Putnam
  • Photo of Percy KilbridePercy KilbrideFrank 'Pa' Kettle
  • Photo of Richard LongRichard LongTom Kettle
  • Photo of Billy HouseBilly HouseBilly Reed
  • Photo of Ida MooreIda MooreEmily
  • Photo of Donald MacBrideDonald MacBrideMr. Henty
  • Photo of Samuel S. HindsSamuel S. HindsSheriff Drum

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