Cheaper by the Dozen (1950) / Cheaper by the Dozen (2003) (Bilingual)Format: NTSC Release Date: 10 06 2008 Details: Cheaper By The Dozen (1950) A successful grocery store owner and his wife lead an affluent yet cacophonous life with their family of twelve children. However, it all changes when, after losing a personal injury suit against the store, they're forced to sell and relocate. Cheaper By The Dozen: While raising twelve children, a middle aged couple decides to pursue more demanding careers He as a "Big Ten"