Cheaper by the Dozen
"He's the New Father of His Country!"
Originally released in 1950. Cheaper by the Dozen is a comedy/drama film. directed by Walter Lang. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Clifton Webb, Jeanne Crain, and Myrna Loy
Synopsis
"Cheaper by the Dozen", based on the real-life story of the Gilbreth family, follows them from Providence, Rhode Island, to Montclair, New Jersey, and details the amusing anecdotes found in large families.
Quick Facts
Release Date
March 31, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (83 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Clifton Webb
as Frank Gilbreth
Jeanne Crain
as Ann Gilbreth
Myrna Loy
as Lillian Gilbreth
Betty Lynn
as Deborah Lancaster
Edgar Buchanan
as Dr. Burton
Barbara Bates
as Ernestine Gilbreth
Mildred Natwick
as Mrs. Mebane
Sara Allgood
as Mrs. Monahan
Betty Barker
as Mary Gilbreth (uncredited)
Patti Brady
as Martha Gilbreth (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cheaper by the Dozen about?
"Cheaper by the Dozen", based on the real-life story of the Gilbreth family, follows them from Providence, Rhode Island, to Montclair, New Jersey, and details the amusing anecdotes found in large f...
Who directed Cheaper by the Dozen?
Cheaper by the Dozen was directed by Walter Lang.
How long is Cheaper by the Dozen?
Cheaper by the Dozen has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Cheaper by the Dozen released?
Cheaper by the Dozen was released on March 31, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Cheaper by the Dozen?
The main cast of Cheaper by the Dozen includes Clifton Webb, Jeanne Crain, Myrna Loy, Betty Lynn, Edgar Buchanan.