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Bundle of Joy
Kitschy musical remake of "Bachelor Mother". Debbie Reynolds plays an over-eager clerk in a large department store and Eddie Fisher plays the boss' son. After getting fired from her job, she finds an adorable baby on the steps of the foundling home and the folks inside mistake her for the mother. Fisher, well-meaning, but obtuse, tries to help her out with the baby, and the buds of romance begin to appear. Meanwhile old Merlin, the owner of the store, thinks he just might be a grandfather...
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Plot Summary
A young man, desperate for money to pay off gambling debts, learns that his wealthy uncle is about to disinherit him unless he marries and has a child within a year. To secure his inheritance, he enlists the help of several friends to convince a young woman to marry him and pretend to be pregnant.
Critical Reception
Bundle of Joy received largely negative reviews from critics, who found the plot contrived and the performances lacking. While Eddie Fisher's screen debut was noted, the film failed to impress audiences or reviewers with its comedic attempts.
What Reviewers Say
The film relies on a weak and implausible premise.
Eddie Fisher's transition to acting is not particularly successful.
Lacks genuine humor and charm.
Google audience: Audience reception data is not readily available for this film.
Fun Fact
This film marked the only theatrical film appearance of popular singer Eddie Fisher.
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