The Egg and I
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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.
Where to watch The Egg and I in United States
Can I watch The Egg and I in United States? The Egg and I isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is The Egg and I streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| India | — | Amazon Video |
| United Kingdom | — | Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
About The Egg and I
The Egg and I is a 1947 English-language comedy and romance film directed by Chester Erskine. The cast is led by Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Marjorie Main. It has a runtime of 1h 48m. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
The Egg and I was produced by Universal International Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on May 1, 1947, and carries a NR certification.
- Director
- Chester Erskine
- Writers
- Fred F. Finklehoffe, Chester Erskine
- Release date
- May 1, 1947
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- NR
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Universal International Pictures
The Egg and I cast & crew
The Egg and I was directed by Chester Erskine and written by Fred F. Finklehoffe and Chester Erskine.
The cast features 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, and Richard Long as Tom Kettle.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Frank Skinner, cinematography is by Milton Krasner, and it was produced by Fred F. Finklehoffe and Chester Erskine.
Is The Egg and I worth watching?
At 1h 48m, it's a standard feature-length watch.
If you enjoy comedy and romance, The Egg and I is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch The Egg and I
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Cast of The Egg and I
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
More from the Ma and Pa Kettle Collection
The Egg and I — FAQs
▸Where can I watch The Egg and I in United States?
The Egg and I is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is The Egg and I in?
The Egg and I is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is The Egg and I?
The Egg and I runs 1 hours 48 minutes (108 minutes).
▸What is The Egg and I rated?
The Egg and I is rated NR. It holds a 7.1/10 audience score from 48 ratings.
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