The Egg and I
1947, English. Directed by Chester Erskine.
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Chester ErskineDirector
- Claudette ColbertBetty MacDonald
- Fred MacMurrayBob MacDonald
- Marjorie MainPhoebe 'Ma' Kettle
- Louise AllbrittonHarriet Putnam
- Percy KilbrideFrank 'Pa' Kettle
- Richard LongTom Kettle
- Billy HouseBilly Reed
- Ida MooreEmily
- Donald MacBrideMr. Henty
- Samuel S. HindsSheriff Drum
- Esther DaleBirdie Hicks
- Elisabeth RisdonBetty's Mother
Details
- Released
- 1 May 1947
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Chester Erskine, Fred F. Finklehoffe
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What The Egg and I is based on
The Egg and I is based on The Egg and I, a 1945 novel by Betty MacDonald, published by J. B. Lippincott & Co..
Novel · 1945
The Egg and I
By Betty MacDonald
Published by J. B. Lippincott & Co.
Source details from Wikidata and TMDB.
After The Egg and I
What comes next in the series.
Ma and Pa Kettle
1949 · 7.2/10
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Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town
1950 · 6.5/10
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Ma and Pa Kettle Back on the Farm
1951 · 6.7/10
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Ma and Pa Kettle at the Fair
1952 · 6.6/10
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Ma and Pa Kettle on Vacation
1952 · 7.1/10
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Ma and Pa Kettle at Home
1954 · 6.6/10
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The Egg and I: quick answers
What comes after The Egg and I?
Next in the series: Ma and Pa Kettle (1949), Ma and Pa Kettle Go to Town (1950), and Ma and Pa Kettle Back on the Farm (1951).
Is The Egg and I worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 52 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Egg and I?
The Egg and I runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The Egg and I have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Egg and I. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Egg and I parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Egg and I is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Egg and I on?
The Egg and I isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Egg and I?
If you liked The Egg and I, try The Farmer's Daughter, Cold Comfort Farm, The Thrill of It All.
Who directed The Egg and I?
The Egg and I (1947) was directed by Chester Erskine and stars Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Marjorie Main.
What is The Egg and I based on?
The Egg and I is based on The Egg and I, a 1945 novel by Betty MacDonald, published by J. B. Lippincott & Co..