Watch Room for One More

Room for One More is a heartwarming family drama that charts the journey of Anna Perrott Rose, a wealthy and childless woman, who feels a strong calling to provide a loving home for children who need it. The film, which is based on the memoirs of the real-life Anna Rose, focuses on the struggles and joys of blending a large family. Anna, played by Betsy Drake, is not content with her life as a socialite wife in a large house. Despite her husband's reluctance, she decides to get involved with the children's welfare services and foster a few children. When she sets her sights on a young boy named Timmy, she realizes that she needs to also take in his two younger sisters in order to keep them together. Anna's husband, played by Cary Grant, is skeptical at first but eventually comes around to the idea of having a larger family. The family dynamics are the crux of the movie, and the film does an excellent job of depicting Anna's struggles to accept the children as her own, to navigate the challenges of blending a family, and to maintain the delicate balance of love and discipline. There are plenty of comedic moments as the family learns to live together, including a hilarious bathtub scene involving Grant's character trying to bathe all of the children at once. The film also explores some of the darker realities of foster care and adoption. Anna's first foster child, a troubled teenager named Jane, is a stark contrast to the happy-go-lucky Timmy and his sisters. Jane is sullen and withdrawn, and has a difficult time adjusting to her new environment. The film doesn't shy away from the challenges of caring for children with emotional or behavioral issues, and it's refreshing to see a movie take a realistic approach to foster care. The acting is superb, especially from the child actors who are able to bring a range of emotions to their roles. Drake does an excellent job of portraying Anna's growth as a loving and nurturing mother, and Grant's character is the perfect foil for her. Tuttle shines as the social worker who helped Anna navigate the bureaucracy involved in fostering children. The film also has some beautiful cinematography, particularly in the scenes where Anna takes the children on outings to the beach or the zoo. The shots of the children playing and laughing are heartwarming, and it's clear that the filmmakers wanted to showcase the joy that can come from being part of a loving family. Overall, Room for One More is a touching family drama that explores the complexities of fostering and adopting children. The film's themes of love, acceptance, and sacrifice make it a timeless classic that is still relevant today.