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ComedyMusicalWar

Private Buckaroo

5.5/1019421h 8mDirected by Edward F. Cline

A 1942 American comedy-musical film directed by Edward F. Cline and produced by Universal Pictures. Released during World War II, the film combines military comedy with musical performances by The Andrews Sisters and Harry James and His Music Makers. The story follows entertainer Lon Prentice (Dick Foran), who enlists in the United States Army and struggles to adapt to military life during basic training. Shemp Howard (later of The Three Stooges) co-stars as First Sgt. "Muggsy" Shavel. The Andrews Sisters perform several songs including "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree (with Anyone Else But Me)" and "Three Little Sisters." A young Donald O'Connor also appears in a supporting role.

Details

Year
1942
Runtime
1h 8m
Genres
Comedy, Musical, War
HibingeTV Rating
5.5/10
Status
Public Domain
Source
Internet Archive
Studio
Universal Pictures
Director
Edward F. Cline

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