Movie

Buck Privates

“Swing it!”

★ 6.7(75)19411h 24m

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Good to know

Director: Arthur Lubin
Release date: 1941-01-31
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Universal Pictures

About Buck Privates

Buck Privates is a 1941 movie in the Comedy, Music and War genres, directed by Arthur Lubin, starring Bud Abbott, Lou Costello and Lee Bowman. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 75 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Buck Privates in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

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.

Cast

Bud Abbott

Slicker Smith

Lou Costello

Herbie Brown

Lee Bowman

Randolph Parker III

Jane Frazee

Judy Gray

Alan Curtis

Bob Martin

Nat Pendleton

Sgt. Michael Collins

Laverne Andrews

Maxene Andrews

Patty Andrews

Samuel S. Hinds

Maj. Gen. Emerson

Harry Strang

Sgt. Callahan

Nella Walker

Mrs. Parker II

Themes & keywords

armymusicalblack and white

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Buck Privates in Canada?+

Buck Privates is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Buck Privates on Netflix?+

Buck Privates is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Buck Privates?+

Buck Privates has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in Buck Privates?+

Buck Privates stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Lee Bowman, Jane Frazee and Alan Curtis.

When did Buck Privates come out?+

Buck Privates is a 1941 movie directed by Arthur Lubin.

What genre is Buck Privates?+

Buck Privates is Comedy, Music and War film.

Who directed Buck Privates?+

Buck Privates was directed by Arthur Lubin.