Today’s quick review: The Long, Long Trailer. Tacy Collini (Lucille Ball) convinces her husband Nick (Desi Arnaz) to buy an oversized trailer to use as a mobile home, hoping to travel with him on his business trips. What starts as a romantic gesture soon turns into a nightmare as Nick tries to navigate the trailer around tight corners, down muddy roads, and up steep inclines as they journey across the country on their honeymoon.
The Long, Long Trailer is a classic romantic comedy starring Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz. A blossoming new marriage is put to the test by an unwieldy mobile home. The Long, Long Trailer draws its humor from the comedy pairing of its two stars and the opportunities for slapstick provided by the trailer. While the setup is straightforward, talented leads and a variety of slapstick make it an enjoyable watch for fans of the classics.
The Long, Long Trailer has a simple but reliable comedic formula. Against his better judgment, Nick is pulled deeper and deeper into Tacy’s dream of mobile domestic bliss. Every idea she has for the trailer backfires, putting their finances, their honeymoon, and their marriage in jeopardy. Desi Arnaz and Lucille Ball have a practiced chemistry together, and their skill and sense of timing gives the humor most of its impact.
Give The Long, Long Trailer a shot when you’re in the mood for a light and wholesome comedy with a fair amount of slapstick. Most of the jokes have the same punchline, but for those willing to embrace the premise, Ball and Arnaz are a treat. Steer clear if you dislike classic comedies or either of the leads.
For another classic comedy about a flustered family man, try Father of the Bride. For a classic madcap comedy with an ensemble cast, try It’s a Mad, Mad, Mad, Mad World. For a classic romantic comedy about a road trip gone awry, try It Happened One Night. For a modern take on a similar premise, try The Money Pit or RV.
[7.1 out of 10 on IMDB](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0047191/). I give it a 7.0 for a simple and enjoyable comedy.