Keeping Company

Keeping Company

IT'S THRILLING...to be young and in love!

1940 · 80 min · ★ 6.7 · Drama, Family, Comedy

Wholesome comedy about newlyweds (and the bride's understanding--but sometimes interfering--parents) discovering married life isn't always bliss.

Directed by S. Sylvan Simon · Written by Adrian Scott

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