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Move Over, Darling (1963)

“She's Married to Him... He's Married to Her... and It's Sheer Bedlam from Morning 'till Night!”

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Plot

In the heart of Los Angeles, Nicholas Arden and Ellen Wagstaff Arden were three years into a blissful marriage, with two darling daughters to their name when a seemingly disastrous plane crash in the South Pacific sent their lives spiraling. Ellen, tragically swept off her lifeboat, is presumed lost at sea, her body never recovered. As the years pass, Nicholas clings to the memory of his love, until the fifth anniversary of her disappearance compels him to seek closure. He has Ellen declared legally dead, a bitter yet necessary step towards moving forward. Nicholas finds solace in the arms of the young and vibrant Bianca Steele, and soon, they're married. Their honeymoon destination? The very same Monterrey resort where he and Ellen had once celebrated their love. Yet, on this fateful day, destiny deals an unexpected hand. Ellen, having survived against all odds on a remote island, is rescued and returned home by the Navy. Sworn to secrecy about her rescue, she intends to surprise Nicholas, only to be met by the shocking revelation of his remarriage from his mother, Grace Arden. Undeterred, Ellen follows the newlyweds to Monterrey, determined to reclaim the life and love she left behind. When Nicholas lays eyes on his first wife, his joy is overshadowed by the difficult position he now finds himself in. His heart yearns for Ellen, yet he must consider Bianca's feelings. As he grapples with revealing the truth to Bianca, tensions mount with Ellen, who misinterprets his hesitation as a sign of his love for his new bride. Adding to the turmoil, Nicholas discovers that Ellen was not alone on the island. A handsome man named Stephen Burkett had been her sole companion, their bond so strong they'd taken to calling each other Adam and Eve. As Nicholas wrestles with his insecurities and doubts about Ellen's faithfulness, he finds himself on a tumultuous journey of love, trust, and second chances in this captivating tale of romance and unexpected reunions.

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Move Over, Darling is a comedy movie featuring Doris Day and directed by Michael Gordon.

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