The Unwilling Nanny
β 7 Β· 1959 Β· 94m Β· Comedy
After returning from a masquerade, much to his surprise, a wandering textile salesman stumbles upon an abandoned and helpless baby. Will he find his parents--and if not--will the poor child finally find a loving foster family?
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