Jumping Jacks
"IT'S A RIP-ROARING RIOT! When Dean and Jerry Reach For Their Rip-Cords..."
Originally released in 1952. Jumping Jacks is a comedy film. directed by Norman Taurog.
Starring Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, and Mona Freeman
Synopsis
Nightclub entertainer Hap Smith has a new act since his former partner Chick Allen joined the army. With his lovely new female partner, Hap now plays a clownish parody of a soldier. When Chick organises a soldier show at Fort Benning, he realizes he needs his former partner's help—so, to get onto the base, Hap impersonates a hapless real soldier, but circumstances force them to prolong the masquerade, creating an increasingly tangled Army-sized SNAFU.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 11, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (29 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jumping Jacks about?
Nightclub entertainer Hap Smith has a new act since his former partner Chick Allen joined the army. With his lovely new female partner, Hap now plays a clownish parody of a soldier. When Chick orga...
Who directed Jumping Jacks?
Jumping Jacks was directed by Norman Taurog.
How long is Jumping Jacks?
Jumping Jacks has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Jumping Jacks released?
Jumping Jacks was released on June 11, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Jumping Jacks?
The main cast of Jumping Jacks includes Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Mona Freeman, Don DeFore, Robert Strauss.