Buck Privates
"Swing it!"
Originally released in 1941. Buck Privates is a comedy/music film. directed by Arthur Lubin. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, and Lee Bowman
Synopsis
Petty con artists Slicker Smith and Herbie Brown mistakenly join the Army evading the cops. The cop chasing them winds up as their drill instructor. A rich young man and his former working class chauffeur are not only in the same unit, they're vying for a pretty girl who seems attracted to both.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 31, 1941
85 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (73 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Bud Abbott
as Slicker Smith
Lou Costello
as Herbie Brown
Lee Bowman
as Randolph Parker III
Jane Frazee
as Judy Gray
Alan Curtis
as Bob Martin
Nat Pendleton
as Sgt. Michael Collins
Laverne Andrews
as Laverne Andrews
Maxene Andrews
as Maxene Andrews
Patty Andrews
as Patty Andrews
Samuel S. Hinds
as Maj. Gen. Emerson
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Universal Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buck Privates about?
Petty con artists Slicker Smith and Herbie Brown mistakenly join the Army evading the cops. The cop chasing them winds up as their drill instructor. A rich young man and his former working class ch...
Who directed Buck Privates?
Buck Privates was directed by Arthur Lubin.
How long is Buck Privates?
Buck Privates has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Buck Privates released?
Buck Privates was released on January 31, 1941 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Buck Privates?
The main cast of Buck Privates includes Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Lee Bowman, Jane Frazee, Alan Curtis.