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The Irene Dunn Fred McMurray Show. Starring Irene Dunn as Susan and Fred McMurray as Joy. Together in the gay new exciting comedy adventure, Bright Star. Once again we present our two stars, Irene Dunn and Fred McMurray, in the romantic comedy adventure, Bright Star. It's morning in the editorial offices of the Hillsdale Morning Star. Susan, the owner, George, her star reporter, and Sammy, the copy boy, do not have a starry look in their eyes. In fact, they seem to be having…

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Synopsis

In Bright Star, Susan, the dedicated owner of the Hillsdale Morning Star, faces a tough morning as her newspaper's circulation continues to dwindle. Despite the pressure from her star reporter, George, to focus on the paper's needs, Susan is determined to fulfill her commitment to the local children's home. She believes that the magic of childhood must be preserved, and her day with the orphans is non-negotiable.

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Elvia Allman

Fred MacMurray

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Bright Star, Episode 3

Hillsdale Becomes Mumdad

Thursday, November 6, 1952 · 26:49

Bright Star, Episode 3

Hillsdale Becomes Mumdad

Thursday, November 6, 1952 · 26:49

Summary

Susan, the owner of the Hillsdale Morning Star, is determined to help children at the orphanage, despite the newspaper's declining circulation. George, her star reporter, devises a plan to create an 'Arabian Days' celebration to boost both the paper and the spirits of the kids.

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