Meet Mrs. Swenson(1956)
An overworked housewife struggles to survive in an old house with an inadequate electrical supply and out-of-date appliances.
Movie: Meet Mrs. Swenson
Top 8 Billed Cast
Ellen Forrest
Milt Forrest
Caroline Forrest
Peter Forrest
Dr. Arons
Ron Shepherd
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An overworked housewife struggles to survive in an old house with an inadequate electrical supply and out-of-date appliances.
Release Date
1956-01-01
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5
Rating:
2.5 startsTagline
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