Service with the Colors
Originally released in 1940. Service with the Colors is a drama film. directed by B. Reeves Eason. At just 21 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Robert Armstrong, William Lundigan, and Henry O'Neill
Synopsis
Service with the Colors is a 1940 American short drama film directed by B. Reeves Eason. This drama is "dedicated to the soldiers of the United States Army." Men with diverse backgrounds enlist in the army and are all assigned to the same post. Some adapt easily to army life, while others have trouble making the adjustment. It was nominated for an Academy Award at the 13th Academy Awards for Best Short Subject (Two-Reel).
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 31, 1940
85 years ago
Runtime
0h 21m
21 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (6 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Robert Armstrong
as Sergeant Clicker
William Lundigan
as Thomas Stanton
Henry O'Neill
as Colonel Nelson
William T. Orr
as Charles Corbin
Herbert Anderson
as Hiram Briggs
George Haywood
as James Taylor
John Ridgely
as Army Lieutenant (uncredited)
Edwin Stanley
as Tom's Father (uncredited)
Lottie Williams
as Tom's Mother (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warner Bros. Pictures
- The Vitaphone Corporation
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Service with the Colors about?
Service with the Colors is a 1940 American short drama film directed by B. Reeves Eason. This drama is "dedicated to the soldiers of the United States Army." Men with diverse backgrounds enlist in ...
Who directed Service with the Colors?
Service with the Colors was directed by B. Reeves Eason.
How long is Service with the Colors?
Service with the Colors has a runtime of 0 hours and 21 minutes (21 minutes total).
When was Service with the Colors released?
Service with the Colors was released on August 31, 1940 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Service with the Colors?
The main cast of Service with the Colors includes Robert Armstrong, William Lundigan, Henry O'Neill, William T. Orr, Herbert Anderson.