This Is the Army (1943) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
This Is the Army (1943) — In WW I dancer Jerry Jones stages an all-soldier show on Broadway, called Yip Yip… Streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ Am...
This Is the Army (1943) Storyline
In WW I dancer Jerry Jones stages an all-soldier show on Broadway, called Yip Yip Yaphank. Wounded in the War, he becomes a producer. In WW II his son Johnny Jones, who was before his fathers assistant, gets the order to stage a knew all-soldier show, called THIS IS THE ARMY. But in his pesonal life he has problems, because he refuses to marry his fiancée until the war is over.
Full Cast & Crew
- George Murphy as Jerry Jones
- Joan Leslie as Eileen Dibble
- George Tobias as Maxie Twardofsky
- Alan Hale as Sergeant McGee
- Charles Butterworth as Eddie Dibble
- Dolores Costello as Mrs. Davidson
- Una Merkel as Rose Dibble
- Stanley Ridges as John Davidson
- Rosemary DeCamp as Ethel Jones
- Ruth Donnelly as Mrs. O'Brien
- Dorothy Peterson as Mrs. Nelson
- Frances Langford as Herself
- Gertrude Niesen as World War One Vocalist
- Kate Smith as Herself
- Ronald Reagan as Johnny Jones
Why Watch This Is the Army?
The Vibe: This Is the Army is a lighthearted, hilarious, and uplifting comedy movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1943. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.6/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for those looking for a fun, stress-relieving watch. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with comedy-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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