The Egg and I (1947)

A best seller becomes a best picture !

• Comedy
• Romance

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 / 10 (52 votes)

Release date

May 1, 1947

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

English

Director

Chester Erskine

Status

Released