Movie

Operation Mad Ball

“It's Operation Laughter For You! and anything goes!”

★ 6.7(25)19571h 45m

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Director: Richard Quine
Release date: 1957-08-17
Runtime: 1h 45m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Columbia Pictures

Operation Mad Ball — trailer

About Operation Mad Ball

Operation Mad Ball is a 1957 movie in the Comedy and War genres, directed by Richard Quine, starring Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs and Kathryn Grant. It has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.7/10 from 25 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Operation Mad Ball in Mexico — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

In this wacky military spoof, Lemmon plays a terminally bored Army private waging a war of wits as he tries to throw a party under the nose of his obnoxious commanding officer.

Cast

Jack Lemmon

Pvt. Hogan

Ernie Kovacs

Capt. Paul Lock

Kathryn Grant

Lt. Betty Bixby

Arthur O'Connell

Col. Rousch

Mickey Rooney

MSgt. Yancy Skibo

Dick York

Cpl. Bohun

James Darren

Pvt. Widowskas

Roger Smith

Cpl. Berryman

William Leslie

Pvt. Grimes

Sheridan Comerate

Sgt. Wilson

L.Q. Jones

Ozark

Jeanne Manet

Madame LaFour

Themes & keywords

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Operation Mad Ball in Mexico?+

Operation Mad Ball is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Mexico. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Operation Mad Ball on Netflix?+

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How long is Operation Mad Ball?+

Operation Mad Ball has a runtime of 1 hour 45 minutes (105 minutes).

Who stars in Operation Mad Ball?+

Operation Mad Ball stars Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs, Kathryn Grant, Arthur O'Connell and Mickey Rooney.

When did Operation Mad Ball come out?+

Operation Mad Ball is a 1957 movie directed by Richard Quine.

What genre is Operation Mad Ball?+

Operation Mad Ball is Comedy and War film.

Who directed Operation Mad Ball?+

Operation Mad Ball was directed by Richard Quine.