Monte Carlo Baby

Monte Carlo Baby

1951 · 101 min · ★ 6.8 · Comedy

When a measles epidemic forces the temporary closing of a child care center, the son of a film star and her estranged husband, a concert pianist, is mistakenly delivered to a touring musician.

Directed by Jean Boyer · Written by Alex Joffé

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