It Happened to Jane (1959)

In the tranquil setting of Cape Anne, Maine, the spirited and widowed Jane Osgood is striving to keep her family afloat. With two young children to care for, she dives headfirst into the lobster mail order business, hoping to reel in a better life. However, her entrepreneurial dreams are disrupted when a shipment is left to perish due to the negligent operations of the Eastern & Portland Railroad, recently taken over by the notorious penny-pincher, Harry Foster Malone. When Jane's pleas for adequate compensation are met with indifference, she finds herself in an unexpected David versus Goliath standoff with Malone, who she regards as the meanest man in the world. This spiraling conflict not only grasps the attention of the small-town residents, but also ensnares the nation, dividing opinions and stirring a whirlpool of support and criticism. With the legal assistance of her childhood friend, George Denham, who harbors a not-so-secret affections for Jane, she bravely sues Malone for the value of her lost lobsters and business. However, this battle of principles extends far beyond their anticipated consequences, morphing into a titanic struggle that neither of them foresaw. Meanwhile, the tale of this tenacious woman fighting against corporate greed attracts the interest of Larry Hall, a New York-based reporter. Sent to Cape Anne to cover the story, he finds himself falling for Jane, a twist that ruffles the quiet waters of George's long-standing affection for her. As Jane's struggle becomes a national sensation, this small-town lobster vendor finds herself grappling with more than just lobsters - she's caught in a net of corporate warfare, love triangles, and a battle for justice that could change her life forever.

It Happened to Jane is a comedy movie featuring Doris Day.

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