Review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) by Bubba M — 09 Mar 2009

A classic Grant comedy thats a remake of "George Wasington Slept Here" with Jack Benny.

This review of Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House (1948) was written by Bubba M on 09 Mar 2009.

Mr. Blandings Builds His Dream House has generally received positive reviews.

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