When Willie Comes Marching Home
"His story is taken from Government films ... because they didn't want it !"
Originally released in 1950. When Willie Comes Marching Home is a comedy/war film. directed by John Ford. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Dan Dailey, Corinne Calvet, and Colleen Townsend
Synopsis
When Willie leaves home to join the war effort he is all ready to become a hero, but he is only frustrated when his posting ends up to be in his home town, and he is recruited into training, keeping him from the action. However, when he finds himself accidently behind enemy lines he unexpectedly becomes a hero after all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 17, 1950
75 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (13 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Dan Dailey
as William 'Bill' Kluggs
Corinne Calvet
as Yvonne Le Tete
Colleen Townsend
as Marjorie 'Marge' Fettles
William Demarest
as Herman Kluggs
Jimmy Lydon
as Charles 'Charlie' Fettles
Lloyd Corrigan
as Major Adams
Evelyn Varden
as Gertrude Kluggs
Whit Bissell
as Lt. M.J. Hanley - Psychiatrist (uncredited)
Vera Miles
as Laughing Sergeant's Date (uncredited)
Luis Alberni
as Barman (uncredited)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is When Willie Comes Marching Home about?
When Willie leaves home to join the war effort he is all ready to become a hero, but he is only frustrated when his posting ends up to be in his home town, and he is recruited into training, keepin...
Who directed When Willie Comes Marching Home?
When Willie Comes Marching Home was directed by John Ford.
How long is When Willie Comes Marching Home?
When Willie Comes Marching Home has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was When Willie Comes Marching Home released?
When Willie Comes Marching Home was released on February 17, 1950 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in When Willie Comes Marching Home?
The main cast of When Willie Comes Marching Home includes Dan Dailey, Corinne Calvet, Colleen Townsend, William Demarest, Jimmy Lydon.