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Tish (1942)

“Mary Roberts Rinehart's Character! Comedy Surprise Hit Of The Year!”

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Plot

In the quaint New England town of Sunville, the spirited and headstrong spinster Letitia "Tish" Carberry has a knack for weaving herself into every narrative, despite the frequent chaos that ensues. Her loyal sidekicks, Aggie Pilkington and Lizzie Wilkins, are willing participants in her daring schemes, adding a dash of humor to the ensuing pandemonium. When Tish's nephew, Charlie Sands, editor of the local newspaper, captures her attention, she becomes a self-appointed matchmaker. She attempts to kindle a romance between him and the young, recently orphaned Cora Edwards. However, love has its own plans. Charlie is smitten with Katherine "Kit" Bowser, the daughter of the despised Judge Horace Bowser, much to Tish's chagrin. As the story unfolds, the complexities of love become apparent. Unbeknownst to Tish, Cora's affections shift from Charlie to his rival, the bumbling Theodore "Ted" Bowser, Kit's brother. This unexpected twist leads to two secret weddings: Charlie and Katherine, and Cora and Ted. Ted, eager to serve his country, leaves his new bride for training school in Toronto, while Cora, desperate to join him, borrows money from the church organ fund and departs without informing anyone. In a heart-rending twist, Cora dies after giving birth to a boy, leaving only a letter addressed to Tish as a clue to her identity. Tish, ever the maverick, assumes the baby is Charlie's illegitimate child and, proclaiming herself the grandmother, brings him to the home she shares with Charlie. This leads to confusion and shock, as Charlie, unaware of the true parentage of the child, commits Tish to a sanitarium, believing her to be delusional. In this whirlwind of love, secrets, and misunderstandings, Tish's meddling brings about unexpected consequences. As the truth about the baby's heritage gradually unfurls, viewers are left on the edge of their seats, eager to see how this captivating story resolves. Will Tish's unwavering dedication to those she loves ultimately lead to redemption or further chaos? Only time will tell in the delightful, heartwarming, and sometimes tragic tale of Tish.

Where to watch Tish?

Tish is a comedy movie featuring Marjorie Main.

It is possible to buy Tish on Amazon Video and Apple TV.