Yours, Mine and Ours

Starring:Lucille Ball, Henry Fonda, Van Johnson, Louise Troy, Sidney Miller, Tom Bosley, Nancy Howard, Walter Brooke, Tim Matheson, Gil Rogers (II), Nancy Roth, Gary Goetzman, Morgan Brittany, Holly O'Brien (II), Michele Tobin, Maralee Foster, Tracy Nelson, Stephanie Oliver, Jennifer Leak, Kevin Burchett
Director: Melville Shavelson
Studio: MGM (Video & DVD)
Product Type: DVD

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Predating The Brady Bunch by almost a decade, Yours, Mine, and Ours is a screwball comedy about the ultimate blended family. When the widow Helen North (Lucille Ball) marries the widower Frank Beardsley (Henry Fonda), the two must find a place to house their 18--count 'em, 18!--kids (she had 8, he had 10). Based on a real-life couple, the film details the nuances of everyday life in a house overrun with children. From getting all the kids ready for school to sending off an older son to war, this well-written film is wholesome entertainment that doesn't condescend. Look for the very young Tracy Nelson as Germaine. --Jenny Brown

Description

Based on a true story and co-starring Van Johnson and Tom Bosley, Yours, Mine And Ours keeps the laughs coming in a "clean, wholesome family comedy" (Life). This population explosion occurs when widowed Navy nurse Helen North (Ball) meets handsome Naval officer and widower Frank Beardsley (Fonda). They have much in commontoo much in factshehas eight kids and he has ten, and when they tie the knot, anarchy reigns in the Beardsley-North merger. The opposing camps of step-siblings do all they can to sabotage each other and their parents' union. But, through it all, mother lovingly cares for her "troops," while father patiently coaches his coming-of-age kids in more delicate matters, and resentment soon gives way to respect and something bigger than anyone could have imagined!

Customer Reviews:

Yours, Mine and Ours.......2007-06-19

This is my favorite movie of all time. Chaotic and oh so funny.

Classic Lucille Ball Movie!.......2007-06-13

Classic Lucille Ball Movie! She is so funny in this movie! Henry Fonda is great also. Tim Matheson is so young in this movie. Would recommend for people of ALL Ages!!

Lucy & Henry Fonda in a Comedy.......2007-05-29

Widow Helen North (Lucille Ball) and widower Frank Beardsley (Hendry Fonda) meet in a grocery store, each lugging a cart with huge mounds of food in them. They each need to lug huge amounts of food because Helen has eight children and Frank has ten, though two of Frank's are temporarily on loan.

With a little luck and a bit of manipulation on the part of Frank's friend Darrel Harrison (Van Johnson), Helen and Frank end up married, making a family of twenty! The opportunity for humor is boundless, both before and after the marriage. Before the marriage there are several opportunities for sexual references, lending a bit of credibility to the interplay between Helen and Frank. After the marriage the focus tends to be more on the children and the family orientation of Helen and Frank.

This film is at its best when it focuses on the real life problems of families in general. The size related issues just add opportunities to the comedy and the warm fuzzy feeling you get when you see people who could be real deal with problems that look as though they could happen.

This movie is one of those rare movies that looks fairly at the advantages and disadvantages of large families. The other movies that I have seen that fall into this category are the original version of "Cheaper by the Dozen" and "Belles on Their Toes." None of these movies makes any sort of judgment on large families, positive or negative, but there is an incredible amount of love and understanding shared by all the members of the North-Beardsleys. Note that the real-life story of Helen Eileen Beardsley and her husband inspired this movie.

I originally watched this movie in the 1960's. I was pleased that the movie is even more charming than I remembered. It may be that having children of my own (though no where near eighteen!) has affected my view of this movie. I strongly recommend this movie for families everywhere, particularly where the children are getting older and more selfish. A family this size helps everyone realize the importance of love and sharing.

Enjoy!

I Love Lucy.......2007-05-18

I have always like this movie, from the time I first saw it on TV to now owning a copy. It's a movie for the whole family and it has a message on what a family can be like after a world seems to be totally rocked for 2 families. I get a big kick out of the grocery bill, would like to get that many groceries for that price today.

Lucy at Best.......2007-03-12

Lucy shows that age does nothing when it comes to talent. Can't wait for special features and widescreen edition.

Average customer rating:

The Bag Lady Bunch
A cute flick that children will like.
The Brady Bunch x 3
Lucy Remake
Disappointing

Yours, Mine & Ours (Widescreen Edition)
Starring: Dennis Quaid , Rene Russo , Sean Faris , Katija Pevec , and Dean Collins (III)
Director: Raja Gosnell
Manufacturer: Paramount
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ASIN: B000E3LI4U
Release Date: 2006-02-28

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Dennis Quaid and Rene Russo, the sexiest adults in Hollywood, anchor Yours, Mine and Ours, an enjoyably traditional family film. Frank Beardsley (Quaid, In Good Company, The Rookie), a Coast Guard admiral, runs his brood of eight kids like a military squad; Helen North (Russo, Tin Cup, Get Shorty), a designer, keeps her multicultural family of ten together with a more free and creative hand. The two run into each other and rekindle their high school romance, getting married before the kids even have a chance to meet. The two families naturally experience a bit of culture clash. After squabbles, disputes, and outright fights, the kids agree on one thing: They have to split up Frank and Helen so they can return to their old lives. Yours, Mine and Ours doesn't hold any surprises, but after a rushed beginning, the movie settles into a series of brisk, cheerful skirmishes among the kids and some truly sweet interludes between Quaid and Russo, who handle their mature romance with graceful, seasoned aplomb. This straightforward movie cruises by on energy and enthusiasm, and sometimes, that's enough for a good time. --Bret Fetzer

Product Description

When Frank Beardsley (Dennis Quaid), a widower of 8 children runs into his high school sweetheart, Helen North (Rene Russo), it's as if thirty years never passed! Helen, also a widow with ten kids of her own that include the six she and her husband adopted, feels the attraction as well. It's no wonder they rush into marriage without telling their kids. True love can conquer all—right? Unfortunately for Frank and Helen, the families don't mesh quite as easily as the newlyweds had hoped. They probably should have seen the culture clash coming: the disciplined Beardsleys run things by the book; for the energetic and vivacious Norths, there is no book. Helen's kids aren't pleased about moving and sharing rooms with a bunch of uptight strangers. Frank's children have nothing in common with the Norths. Since both sets of kids aren't happy, they devise a plan to undermine the marriage and team up to plot the breakup. East meets west as the two families finds a way to work together—in order to separate. Just when it appears that the kids have succeeded, they realize they like each other despite their differences—they don't want their families to split up! Can they save Frank and Helen's marriage after they so brilliantly split them up? It's up to Frank and Helen!

Customer Reviews:

The Bag Lady Bunch.......2007-06-30

Dennis Quaid plays a stereotypical Coast Guard Admiral who demands that his family always be organized and "ship-shape." He also happens to be a widower with 8 children. For his newest command, he moves back to his home town, where he meets up with his high school sweetheart (Rene Russo). Russo is a free-wheeling designer of fashion bags; she also happens to be a single parent to 10 kids (some of hers are adopted from different cultures, giving her family a very Angelina Jolie vibe). The couple rekindles their romance and hastily marries, much to the dismay of their children. The new family moves into a dilapidated lighthouse, which they soon have looking like something out of Martha Stewart "Living" or Pottery Barn; in other words, completely synthetic, which also sums up just about everything from this rather boring family comedy.

The plot concerns the family trying to resolve their differences - his kids are used discipline and structure, whereas her kids keep a pig in the house and play loud instruments. Not surprisingly, the kids have conflict and decide to break up their parents. To do so, they have to work together; will they succeed or will their plotting make them a family? (*rolls eyes*) Unfortunately, the laughs are few and far between, and come mostly from Linda Hunt as their housekeeper. The direction is clumsy, and the writing relies on lame slapstick and cloying from the kids. I didn't enjoy this movie at all, and I cannot imagine that anyone would except possibly very young children (6 years or younger). The movie is well-intentioned and Quaid and Russo are fairly likeable, but "Yours, Mine and Ours" fails in every aspect.

A cute flick that children will like........2007-06-21

The best way to describe this movie would be to compare it to The Parent Trap and Cheaper By the Dozen. If you enjoyed both of these films, you might like Yours, Mine & Ours.

What's this movie about? Basically, Frank and Helen were high school sweathearts. When they meet again years later, they fall in love all over again and decide to get married. The problem? The two of them have almost 20 kids altogether and they parent very differently. Frank is more strict while Helen is more care free. Another problem? The couple get married before the kids could meet each other. The kids are forced to live together and agree that they must split up their parents. Will the marriage survive? You have to watch this movie to find out.

So what's to like about this movie? First, Dennis Quaid and Rene Russo star in this film and they do a superb job acting-wise. Second, there are some funny parts in the movie (that even adults will chuckle at). Third, kids will love this movie and may learn a thing or two while watching it.

And what's not to like? When I went to the theatre to watch this movie, I was completely under the impression that it was mostly made for kids. I was right. Although some adults will find this movie decent, I couldn't wait until the movie was over because I've "been there and done that" since I've already seen The Parent Trap and Cheaper By the Dozen. The storyline isn't anything I haven't seen and you know exactly what's going to happen in the end.

This movie was decent but nothing I haven't seen before. I'd only recommend this movie to kids as adults will most likely find it boring.

The Brady Bunch x 3.......2007-06-04

Dennis Quaid plays Frank Beardsley, a 2-star admiral of the Coast Guard and a widower with 8 kids. Rene Russo is Helen North, a widow with 10 kids, 6 of them adopted.

Frank and Helen were high school prom king and queen. Somehow, after that, they've gone their own separate ways and married. Both of their spouses have passed away.

For the umpteenth time, the Beardsley relocate...but this time back into Frank's childhood hometown. It just so happens that there is a high school reunion coming up and Frank reunites with Helen. After a couple of nights together, Frank and Helen eloped...without telling their kids.

Now, Frank and Helen joined families...totally to 18 kids, 2 parents, a housekeeper and pets. Just imagine the chaos...especially with the kids not getting along together. Frank's kids are used to military commands and cleanliness. Helen's kids are used to being free with expression and space.

Funny and cute. However, some of it was a bit too cheesy, like with liquids (paint, etc.) spilling on top of people. If you like Nickelodeon, then this is for you.

Lucy Remake.......2007-05-18

I like this movie but it's hard to beat the original. It's fun to see the comparison in the two movies. The grandchildren like this one better, guess time marches on; I still love Lucy.

Disappointing.......2007-03-30

Story line was pretty predictable and I expected more comedy out of the movie. I was glad that I watched it, but disappointed that I bought it, so I would suggest renting it before buying it.

Yours, Mine & Ours (Full Screen Edition)

Average customer rating:

The Bag Lady Bunch
A cute flick that children will like.
The Brady Bunch x 3
Lucy Remake
Disappointing

Yours, Mine & Ours (Full Screen Edition)
Starring: Dennis Quaid , Rene Russo , Sean Faris , Katija Pevec , and Dean Collins (III)
Director: Raja Gosnell
Manufacturer: Paramount
ProductGroup: DVD
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ASIN: B000E3LI54
Release Date: 2006-02-28

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Customer Reviews:

The Bag Lady Bunch.......2007-06-30

A cute flick that children will like........2007-06-21

The Brady Bunch x 3.......2007-06-04

Lucy Remake.......2007-05-18

I like this movie but it's hard to beat the original. It's fun to see the comparison in the two movies. The grandchildren like this one better, guess time marches on; I still love Lucy.

Disappointing.......2007-03-30

Story line was pretty predictable and I expected more comedy out of the movie. I was glad that I watched it, but disappointed that I bought it, so I would suggest renting it before buying it.

Family Classics 3-Pack Gift Set (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang / The Black Stallion / Yours, Mine and Ours)

Average customer rating:

very pleasant
love these, but...

Family Classics 3-Pack Gift Set (Chitty Chitty Bang Bang / The Black Stallion / Yours, Mine and Ours)
Starring: Kelly Reno , Mickey Rooney , Teri Garr , Clarence Muse , and Hoyt Axton
Director: Carroll Ballard , Ken Hughes , and Melville Shavelson
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
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ASIN: B0002V7O7O
Release Date: 2004-11-16

Description

Disc 1: THE BLACK STALLION Disc 2: CHITTY CHITTY BANG BANG Disc 3: YOURS, MINE AND OURS

Customer Reviews:

very pleasant.......2007-01-16

the black stallion: a masterpiece! (rate: 5)
chitty chitty bang bang: my children appreciated it very much (rate: 3)
yours, mine and ours: very nice for the whole family (rate: 4)

love these, but..........2005-05-05

individually, i like all these movies, but WHY did they bundle the 3 together? hummmm.. 3 totally different genres. scratching my head on that one...

OK - you want a review - here it is:

chitty chitty bang bang - wonderful fun for the whole family. clean and happy, nice songs, sweet story. 4 1/2 stars.

the black stallion - great kid, great horse. stunning photography. love the music, love the beach scene the best. beautiful. a boy and a horse. it rocks. 5 stars. woo hoo.

yours mine and ours - Lucile ball, Henry Fonda. i love this movie. too many kids and the parents trying to handle it. good clean sweet fun. you'll laugh - you'll cry. you'll be glad you don't have 15 odd kids.

this movie is actually based on a true story. i read the book. they were a military family, stationed near Seattle, i believe, on whidby island, i think. anyway, the book was good too. you get a lot more detail on how to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for 15, in an assembly line in the morning before school.

and how do the parents get a minute alone together to conceive the "ours" of the story?! it's a hoot! 5 stars. love it.

Average customer rating:

The Bag Lady Bunch
A cute flick that children will like.
The Brady Bunch x 3
Lucy Remake
Disappointing

Yours, Mine and Ours
Starring: Dennis Quaid , Rene Russo , Sean Faris , Katija Pevec , and Dean Collins (III)
Director: Raja Gosnell
Manufacturer: Paramount
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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ASIN: B000E3LGRE
Release Date: 2006-02-28

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Product Description

Customer Reviews:

The Bag Lady Bunch.......2007-06-30

A cute flick that children will like........2007-06-21

The Brady Bunch x 3.......2007-06-04

Lucy Remake.......2007-05-18

I like this movie but it's hard to beat the original. It's fun to see the comparison in the two movies. The grandchildren like this one better, guess time marches on; I still love Lucy.

Disappointing.......2007-03-30

Story line was pretty predictable and I expected more comedy out of the movie. I was glad that I watched it, but disappointed that I bought it, so I would suggest renting it before buying it.

Average customer rating:

Yours, Mine and Ours
Classic Lucille Ball Movie!
Lucy & Henry Fonda in a Comedy
I Love Lucy
Lucy at Best

Yours Mine & Ours
Starring: Lucille Ball , Henry Fonda , Van Johnson , Louise Troy , and Sidney Miller
Director: Melville Shavelson
Manufacturer: MGM (Video & DVD)
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ASIN: B000FSMECO
Release Date: 2006-08-01

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Customer Reviews:

Yours, Mine and Ours.......2007-06-19

This is my favorite movie of all time. Chaotic and oh so funny.

Classic Lucille Ball Movie!.......2007-06-13

Classic Lucille Ball Movie! She is so funny in this movie! Henry Fonda is great also. Tim Matheson is so young in this movie. Would recommend for people of ALL Ages!!

Lucy & Henry Fonda in a Comedy.......2007-05-29

I Love Lucy.......2007-05-18

Lucy at Best.......2007-03-12

Lucy shows that age does nothing when it comes to talent. Can't wait for special features and widescreen edition.

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