The Long, Long Trailer
A newly wed couple, Tacy and Nicky, travel in a trailer for their honeymoon. The journey is a humorous one that could end up destroying their marriage.
Critics Sentiment
Tacy tries cooking elaborate dinner while Nicky drives
Nicky wants to sell trailer but Tacy refuses
The film swings from its comedic peak during the moving dinner disaster to its lowest point when marital tensions threaten to break up the couple.
The film starts modestly but builds to exceptional physical comedy highlights, particularly the mud sequence and moving dinner disaster that showcase Ball's talents. While some stretches of marital discord feel too prickly, the overall sentiment remains positive due to the genuine chemistry between the leads and Minnelli's skilled direction. Critics consistently praised the standout slapstick moments while noting the film works best as colorful, lightweight entertainment.
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Lucille Ball
Tacy Collini
Desi Arnaz
Nicky Collini
Marjorie Main
Mrs. Hittaway
Keenan Wynn
Policeman
Gladys Hurlbut
Mrs. Bolton
Moroni Olsen
Mr. Tewitt
Bert Freed
Foreman
Madge Blake
Aunt Anastacia
Walter Baldwin
Uncle Edgar
Oliver Blake
Mr. Judlow
Perry Sheehan
Bridesmaid
Christopher Olsen
Tommy
Edna Skinner
Maude Barrett (uncredited)
John Call
Shorty
Charles Herbert
Little Boy
Jerry Schumacher
Mechanic
Richard Alexander
Bald Shopper in Bungalette Trailer (uncredited)
Robert Kino
Japanese Gardener (uncredited)
Norman Leavitt
Driver (uncredited)
Forbes Murray
Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Crew
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