Cheaper by the Dozen

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Cheaper by the Dozen

Released Mar 31, 1950

1h 25m

Kids & Family

Comedy

Drama

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Based on the true story of the large Gilbreth family, this film follows Frank Gilbreth (Clifton Webb) and his wife, Lillian (Myrna Loy), as they raise their 12 children. Both renowned efficiency experts, Frank and Lillian face significant challenges in parenting such a big brood, often leading to humorous situations. Fortunately, the couple frequently receive assistance from their eldest daughter, Ann (Jeanne Crain), who often acts as a third parent to the many Gilbreth children.

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Bob Thomas

Associated Press

The plot is actually a string of incidents which contain enough humor and heart to engross any audience.

Jul 29, 2019

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Ian Kane

Epoch Times

“Cheaper by the Dozen” is a delightful chronicle that is jam-packed with wholesome messages about familial love and carrying on traditions,

Rated: 4/5

Mar 29, 2023

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Emanuel Levy

EmanuelLevy.Com

One of the most popular films of 1950, this comedy stars Clifton Webb in one of his best known parts.

Rated: B

Jan 29, 2013

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Renee Schonfeld

Common Sense Media

Old-fashioned upbeat family comedy with sad ending.

Rated: 3/5

Jul 10, 2012

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Betsy Bozdech

DVDJournal.com

Cheaper by the Dozen may not have much of a plot, but the film's lack of storyline is more than compensated for by its charm and genuine affection for its subjects.

Rated: 3/4

Oct 29, 2006

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Steve Crum

Kansas City Kansan

A film rich in turn of the century atmosphere. And family values times 12.

Rated: B

Oct 26, 2004

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Ron T

Wonderful movie I would recommend watching this movie, it was enjoyable

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

06/28/23

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deke p

1950! MYRNA LOY! Still classy & beautiful, wifely & motherly, long after her Thin Man roles. & Clifton WEBB as Father of 12. & JEANE CRAIN as young daughter. One scene a lady comes to house to ask Myrna to join her in activism for Birth Control, then becomes angry when Father & 12 children are proudly presented. Endearing movie. It's been remade a couple times, 1 with Steve Martin. Famous movie, &title, but never saw it until TV The Movie channel Jan 23, 2022

Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars

03/30/23

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Audience Member

Myrna Loy makes this movie with her wit and charm.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Audience Member

I prefer the newer cheaper by the dozen

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

07/22/18

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Audience Member

A sweet family friendly tale, based on a true story.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/25/23

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Audience Member

A great movie soured by an unexpected and abrupt ending.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars

01/14/23

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Walter Lang

Director

Clifton Webb

Frank Bunker Gilbreth

Myrna Loy

Mrs. Lillian Gilbreth

Jeanne Crain

Ann Gilbreth

Betty Lynn

Deborah Lancaster

Edgar Buchanan

Dr. Burton

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Synopsis

Based on the true story of the large Gilbreth family, this film follows Frank Gilbreth (Clifton Webb) and his wife, Lillian (Myrna Loy), as they raise their 12 children. Both renowned efficiency experts, Frank and Lillian face significant challenges in parenting such a big brood, often leading to humorous situations. Fortunately, the couple frequently receive assistance from their eldest daughter, Ann (Jeanne Crain), who often acts as a third parent to the many Gilbreth children.

Director: Walter Lang
Producer: Lamar Trotti
Screenwriter: Lamar Trotti
Production Co: Twentieth Century Fox
Genre: Kids & Family, Comedy, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Mar 31, 1950, Original
Release Date (Streaming): Aug 25, 2016
Runtime: 1h 25m

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