After serving his country in the military, an optimistic Andy Hardy (Mickey Rooney) returns home, ready to start the next chapter of his life. His plans are simple: head back to college, build a future, and, most importantly, reunite with and propose to his college sweetheart, Kay Wilson (Bonita Granville).
But Andy’s triumphant return hits a snag when he arrives in town, only to receive a shocking blow—Kay is now engaged to someone else. Heartbroken but not defeated, Andy must navigate the complicated world of romance, rebound relationships, and finding his footing back in civilian life. This charming installment sees our hero facing grown-up problems with his signature mix of humor and heart in Love Laughs at Andy Hardy.
