The Egg and I
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Synopsis
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.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-03-08
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Claudette Colbert
Betty MacDonald
Fred MacMurray
Bob MacDonald
Marjorie Main
Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle
Louise Allbritton
Harriet Putnam
Percy Kilbride
Frank 'Pa' Kettle
Richard Long
Tom Kettle
Billy House
Billy Reed
Ida Moore
Emily
Donald MacBride
Mr. Henty
Samuel S. Hinds
Sheriff Drum
Esther Dale
Birdie Hicks
Elisabeth Risdon
Betty's Mother
John Berkes
Geoduck
Victor Potel
Crowbar
Fuzzy Knight
Ed Miller
Isabel O'Madigan
Birdie Hicks's Mother
Dorothy Vaughan
Emmy
Joseph E. Bernard
Asa Pettingrew (Uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 1, 1947
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Chester Erskine
- Screenplay & Story
- Betty MacDonald, Chester Erskine, Fred F. Finklehoffe
- Original Score
- Frank Skinner
- Original Title
- The Egg and I
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Production Studios
- Universal International Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Chester Erskine
Betty MacDonald, Chester Erskine, Fred F. Finklehoffe
Frank Skinner
Milton Krasner
Russell F. Schoengarth
Chester Erskine, Fred F. Finklehoffe
Department Leadership Roster
Russell F. Schoengarth
Editor
Vera West
Costume Design
Milton Krasner
Director of Photography
Chester Erskine
Director
Chester Erskine
Writer
Fred F. Finklehoffe
Writer
Chester Erskine
Producer
Frank Skinner
Original Music Composer
Fred F. Finklehoffe
Producer
Bernard Herzbrun
Production Design
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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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 bliss is shaken by a visit from a beautiful farm owner, who seems to want more from Bob than just managing her property.
Who directed The Egg and I?
The Egg and I was directed by Chester Erskine.
Who stars in The Egg and I?
The principal cast of The Egg and I includes Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Marjorie Main, Louise Allbritton, Percy Kilbride.
When was The Egg and I released and how long is it?
The Egg and I was released in 1947 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
Who composed the musical score for The Egg and I?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Egg and I was composed by Frank Skinner.
Is The Egg and I based on a book or true story?
The Egg and I is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Betty MacDonald".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Egg and I?
The Egg and I holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).