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The Mating Game (1959)

“Filmed on location in the haystack!”

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Plot

In the charming heartland of America resides the Larkins, a lively farming family whose rustic charm and earthy living are often misinterpreted as unsophisticated by their fastidious neighbor. Obsessed with his disdain for their lifestyle, the neighbor hatches a plan to oust the Larkins, invoking the assistance of a friend from the IRS. Enter the stiff and stern IRS agent, Lorenzo Chandler, dispatched to the Larkins' farm with a mission to scrutinize their unpaid back taxes and evaluate their income. However, the simplicity of the task begins to blur when he crosses paths with the captivating Mariette, the farmer's enchanting daughter. The Larkins' warm-hearted hospitality and Mariette's irresistible charm work their magic on the rigid tax collector, making him question everything he knew about life, duty, and love. As he is drawn into the heart of this unconventional world, Chandler embarks on an unexpected journey of self-discovery and romance, all while trying to fulfill his professional obligations. "The Mating Game" is a delightful tale of love, family, and societal expectations, woven around the clash of rural innocence and urban cynicism. Will Chandler manage to keep his professional and personal worlds from colliding, or will the allure of the Larkins' simple life prove too irresistible to resist? Immerse yourself in this captivating story to find out.

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The Mating Game is a comedy movie featuring Debbie Reynolds.

It is possible to buy The Mating Game on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, Microsoft Store, Vudu and YouTube.