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The Egg and I at a glance
The Egg and I is a 1947 comedy and romance film, running 1h 48m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: NR in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on YouTube and YouTube.
Rated NR in the United Kingdom — suitable for older children and teenagers; parental guidance recommended.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1947-05-01
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Genres
- Comedy, Romance
- Director
- Chester Erskine
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 7.0 / 10 · 52 votes
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Availability
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Synopsis
Feature filmWorld 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.
Cast
14 names
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
Esther DaleBirdie Hicks
Elisabeth RisdonBetty's Mother
John BerkesGeoduck
Victor PotelCrowbarQuestions about The Egg and I
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Egg and I in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Egg and I is listed on YouTube, YouTube. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Egg and I suitable for children?
The Egg and I is rated NR in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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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…
How long is The Egg and I?
The Egg and I runs for 1h 48m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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