With Six You Get Eggroll
With Six You Get Eggroll

With Six You Get Eggroll

1968Movie95 minEnglish

Abby McClure, a widow with three sons, and Jake Iverson, a widower with a teenage daughter, begin dating and eventually decide to get married. But they're not prepared for the hostile reactions from their children, who are not very excited about the new union between the two families.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Harry KellerGenres: Comedy, Family, Romance

Plot Summary

Widow Abigail "Abby" Hunter, a career nurse, finds herself unexpectedly falling for retired Navy Commander Mike Callahan, a widower with four rambunctious sons. As their relationship blossoms, Abby and Mike must navigate the challenges of blending their lives and managing the antics of their respective children, all while dealing with the interference of Mike's nosy sister and Abby's overbearing mother. The film culminates in a chaotic but heartwarming attempt to bring their families together.

Critical Reception

Upon its release, 'With Six You Get Eggroll' was generally met with a lukewarm reception from critics, who often found its humor predictable and its plot overly reliant on sitcom tropes. Audiences, however, found enjoyment in the familiar charm of Doris Day and the slapstick comedy involving the children. While not a critical darling, it served as a lighthearted family entertainment piece for its time.

What Reviewers Say

  • A light and fluffy family comedy that relies on familiar situations.
  • Doris Day's charm is a significant draw, though the material is somewhat formulaic.
  • The ensemble cast, particularly the children, provides ample comedic moments.

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Fun Fact

This film marked the last theatrical movie appearance for veteran actor William Frawley, best known for his role as Fred Mertz in 'I Love Lucy'.

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