"Cheaper by the Dozen" is a family comedy film that follows the lives of the Baker family, which consists of twelve children. The story revolves around the challenges and humorous situations that arise from managing such a large household. The parents, Tom and Kate Baker, strive to balance their careers and family life while ensuring their children grow up happy and healthy. The film is based on the 1948 book of the same name by Frank Bunker Gilbreth Jr. and Ernestine Gilbreth Carey. It highlights themes of family dynamics, love, and the chaos that comes with raising a big family, all while delivering comedic moments throughout the narrative.