Baby Doll (1956)
She's nineteen. She makes her husband keep away -- she won't let the stranger go.
Storyline
Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.
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Movie Details
| Original title | Baby Doll |
|---|---|
| Release date | Dec 29, 1956 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | marriage, business rivalry, italian american, seducer, sicilian, cotton gin, cotton, childlike woman, homme fatale |
FAQ
What is Baby Doll about?
Archie Lee Meighan is a failing cotton gin owner who is married to Baby Doll, a 19-year old childlike beauty whose father arranged the marriage for financial reasons. As Archie awaits the arrival of Baby Doll's 20th birthday, the day that they are supposed to consummate their marriage, he faces interference from business rival Silva Vacarro, who plots to seduce Baby Doll away from Meighan.
When was Baby Doll released?
Baby Doll was released on Dec 29, 1956 (status: Released).
Who directed Baby Doll?
Elia Kazan directed Baby Doll.
What is the TMDB rating of Baby Doll?
Baby Doll has a TMDB rating of 7.0/10 from 146 votes.