Movie

The Rookie

“America's newest laugh-makers!”

★ 10.0(1)19591h 24m

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Good to know

Director: George O'Hanlon
Release date: 1959-12-01
Runtime: 1h 24m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: 20th Century Fox

About The Rookie

The Rookie is a 1959 movie in the Comedy genre, directed by George O'Hanlon, starring Tommy Noonan, Peter Marshall and Julie Newmar. It has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes. It holds an average rating of 10.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Rookie in South Africa — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A manic young radio network employee enlists in the army at the end of WWII and finds himself the only new recruit at basic training camp. Military comedy.

Cast

Tommy Noonan

Tommy Noonan / Japanese sailor

Peter Marshall

Pete Marshall / Japanese sailor

Julie Newmar

Lili Marlene

Jerry Lester

Jerry Mann

Claude Stroud

Col. Taylor

Norman Leavitt

Maj. Evert

Vince Barnett

Pentagon janitor

Rodney Bell

Pentagon janitor

Richard Reeves

Military police sergeant

Peter Leeds

Seville Quare

Doodles Weaver

TV commentator

Joe Besser

Soldier

Themes & keywords

shipwrecked

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Rookie in South Africa?+

The Rookie is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in South Africa. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Rookie on Netflix?+

The Rookie is not on Netflix in South Africa right now.

How long is The Rookie?+

The Rookie has a runtime of 1 hour 24 minutes (84 minutes).

Who stars in The Rookie?+

The Rookie stars Tommy Noonan, Peter Marshall, Julie Newmar, Jerry Lester and Claude Stroud.

When did The Rookie come out?+

The Rookie is a 1959 movie directed by George O'Hanlon.

What genre is The Rookie?+

The Rookie is Comedy film.

Who directed The Rookie?+

The Rookie was directed by George O'Hanlon.