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​Tea for Two (1950) is a delightful musical comedy directed by David Butler, featuring Doris Day as Nanette Carter, a young woman aspiring to become a Broadway star and Gordon MacRae as Jimmy Smith, a composer who accompanies her in song and dance. The plot centers on Nanette s agreement with her wealthy uncle, J. Maxwell Bloomhaus (S.Z. Sakall), who challenges her to answer no to every question for 24 hours in exchange for funding her theatrical ambitions. This wager leads to a series of comedic events as Nanette and her associates work to bring a Broadway show to life despite financial and personal hurdles. The film features classic songs such as Tea for Two and I Want to Be Happy, showcasing the charm and talent of its lead performers. Tea for Two holds a special place in cinematic history, marking Doris Day s first film with top billing and her on-screen dance debut. It also garnered a Golden Globe Award for New Star of the Year for Gene Nelson s performance.