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The Egg and I

The Egg and I

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Status

Released

Release Date

May 1, 1947

Runtime

1h 48m

Genres

Comedy, Romance

User Score

69%

Original Title

The Egg and I

Production Companies

Universal Pictures

Director

Chester Erskine

Description

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.