The Egg and I
“A best seller becomes a best picture !”
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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.
Cast
Claudette Colbert
as Betty MacDonald
Fred MacMurray
as Bob MacDonald
Marjorie Main
as Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle
Louise Allbritton
as Harriet Putnam
Percy Kilbride
as Frank 'Pa' Kettle
Richard Long
as Tom Kettle
Billy House
as Billy Reed
Ida Moore
as Emily
Donald MacBride
as Mr. Henty
Samuel S. Hinds
as Sheriff Drum
Esther Dale
as Birdie Hicks
Elisabeth Risdon
as Betty's Mother
John Berkes
as Geoduck
Victor Potel
as Crowbar
Fuzzy Knight
as Ed Miller
Isabel O'Madigan
as Birdie Hicks's Mother
Dorothy Vaughan
as Emmy
Joseph E. Bernard
as Asa Pettingrew (Uncredited)
Louis Mason
as Bergheimer (Uncredited)
Hector V. Sarno
as Burlaga (Uncredited)
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About The Egg and I
“A best seller becomes a best picture !”
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. Running 108 minutes.
The Egg and I Cast and Characters
The cast features Claudette Colbert (as Betty MacDonald), Fred MacMurray (as Bob MacDonald), Marjorie Main (as Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle), Louise Allbritton (as Harriet Putnam), and Percy Kilbride (as Frank 'Pa' Kettle). Their performances are a major reason The Egg and I has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Egg and I NowWhy People Are Watching The Egg and I
The Egg and I flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is sharp comedic timing that lands consistently and chemistry between leads that actually feels real. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How long is The Egg and I?
The Egg and I runs for 108 minutes (about 1.8 hours).
Is The Egg and I good? What's the rating?
The Egg and I holds a 7.1/10 rating based on 48 reviews — well above average.
Who is in the cast of The Egg and I?
The main cast includes Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Marjorie Main, and Louise Allbritton, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Egg and I available in English?
Yes — The Egg and I was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was The Egg and I released?
The Egg and I was released in 1947.
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What is The Egg and I about?
The Egg and I is a Comedy/Romance English-language film. 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.
When was The Egg and I released?
The Egg and I was released on May 1, 1947. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. The film was produced by Universal International Pictures.
Who stars in The Egg and I?
The Egg and I stars Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Marjorie Main and Louise Allbritton. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Egg and I available in HD?
Yes, The Egg and I is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.