The First Time (1952 film)


The First Time is a 1952 American comedy-drama film directed by Frank Tashlin and starring Robert Cummings and Barbara Hale.

Plot

Expectant parents Joe and Betsy Bennett are anxiously await the arrival of their new baby. Then, after the baby arrives, they discover the other side of parenting: sleepless nights, mounting expenses, and little free time.

Cast

The film was originally called Small Wonder. It was produced by Halburt, the production company of Harold Hecht and Burt Lancaster. It was originally to have starred Larry Parks but he was ruled unavailable because of possible future appearances in front of the House of Un-American Activities Committee. Robert Cummings stepped in instead. His co star was Barbara Hale, making her first appearance after the birth of her son William Katt. Filming started April 1951.|Filming started 4 June 1951.