Blondie Brings Up Baby
Blondie Brings Up Baby

Blondie Brings Up Baby

1939Movie72 minEnglish

Baby Dumpling, the six-year-old son of Blondie and Dagwood Bumstead disappears from sight during his first day at school. While Dagwood frantically combs the city in search of the boy, Baby Dumpling spents a nice, safe afternoon with poor little rich girl Melinda Mason, who with her new playmate's help arises from her sickbed to walk across the room for the first time in months.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Frank R. StrayerGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

When a surprise baby arrives, Dagwood and Blondie Bumstead find their comfortable life turned upside down. With a new addition to their family, the challenges of raising a child while juggling work and everyday mishaps escalate, leading to humorous situations and heartwarming moments. The film captures the relatable chaos and joys of a growing family.

Critical Reception

As part of a popular and long-running series, 'Blondie Brings Up Baby' was generally well-received by audiences who enjoyed the lighthearted comedy and the established chemistry of its lead actors. Critics often noted its consistent formula for family-friendly entertainment, though some found the plots predictable.

What Reviewers Say

  • Delightful and charming addition to the Blondie series.
  • Offers consistent humor and relatable family situations.
  • Penny Singleton and Arthur Lake remain a perfect comedic duo.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the enduring appeal of the Blondie character and the comedic antics of Dagwood. Viewers appreciate the film's wholesome humor and its ability to provide light entertainment suitable for the whole family.

Fun Fact

This film was the third installment in the popular Columbia Pictures 'Blondie' film series, which ran for over a decade and produced 28 movies in total.

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This was a very enjoyable entry of the series for me, as Blondie, hoodwinked by a salesman of questionable integrity that her son Baby Dumpling has a genius I.Q., instantly tries to enlist him in Grade 3 of the local school. It sports a ver...