Private Buckaroo (1942)

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Release Date: Jan 1, 1942 Wide

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This upbeat WW II-era musical features performances by the Andrews Sisters and Harry James as it tells the story of a rebellious young inductee who has trouble toeing the line until he meets a retired officer's lovely daughter. James and his band are also drafted and decide to perk up their camp by putting on a big show. Of the many songs featured, the best known is the Andrews' rendition of "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree With Anyone Else but Me"." ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi

Unrated, 1 hr. 10 min.

Musical & Performing Arts, Classics

Directed By: Edward F. Cline , Dick Foran

Written By: Edward James, Edmond Kelso

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1942 Wide

On DVD: May 8, 2001

Universal Pictures

Cast

The Andrews Sisters
Themselves
Dick Foran
Lon Prentice
Joe E. Lewis
Lancelot Pringle McBiff
Jennifer Holt
Joyce Mason
Shemp Howard
Sgt. "Muggsy" Shavel
Richard Davies
Lt. Mason
Mary Wickes
Bonnie-Belle Schlopkiss
Ernest Truex
Col. Weatherford
Donald O'Connor
Donny
Peggy Ryan
Peggy
Huntz Hall
Cpl. Anemic
Susan Levine
Tagalong
Helen Forrest
Harry James
The Jivin' Jacks and Jill...
Themselves

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You'll never look at apples or the Andrews Sisters the same way again.

March 20, 2006 Full Review Source: Film Threat

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Great fun, light and easy to watch World War II comedy musical. Great supporting cast, especially Mary Wickes and Shemp Howard. The Andrews Sisters are amazing. Good songs.

June 23, 2008