Chicken Soup

A wealthy but lonely widow, eager to prove her mettle, decides to run a struggling diner. She faces challenges from local competitors and her own inexperience, but with the help of her newfound friends and staff, she aims to make the diner a success and find happiness in the process.

Chicken Soup was a modest comedy that received a generally lukewarm reception from critics. While some appreciated its lighthearted tone and Martha Raye's comedic presence, others found the plot predictable and the humor occasionally dated. It was primarily seen as a family-friendly film with little lasting impact.

• Praised for Martha Raye's energetic performance.

• Criticized for a formulaic and uninspired plot.

• Found to be a light, inoffensive family film.

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The film was one of Martha Raye's few starring roles in a feature film during the 1960s, as she had primarily focused on television and stage work in the preceding years.