The Egg and I (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1947, The Egg and I is a comedy and romance film directed by Chester Erskine, running about 108 minutes. “A best seller becomes a best picture !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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’s in it. The Egg and I stars Claudette Colbert as Betty MacDonald, Fred MacMurray as Bob MacDonald, Louise Allbritton as Harriet Putnam and Marjorie Main as Phoebe 'Ma' Kettle, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Egg and I has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Egg and I page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Egg and I tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Egg and I (1947)?
- In US, The Egg and I is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Egg and I worth watching?
- The Egg and I holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Egg and I?
- The Egg and I stars Claudette Colbert, Fred MacMurray, Louise Allbritton, Marjorie Main and Percy Kilbride.
- When was The Egg and I released?
- The Egg and I was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 108 minutes.