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Navy Blues (1941)

"Hold Everything for THAT WONDERFUL WHIRLWIND OF GOBS, GALS, and GLEE!"

4.019411h 48mEN
ComedyMusicRomance

Directed by Lloyd Bacon

Rating

4.0/10

Runtime

1h 48m

Language

EN

Release

September 13, 1941

Director

Lloyd Bacon

Overview

On a layover in Hawaii two conniving Navy seamen borrow money to lay down bets that their ship will win the upcoming gunnery practice trophy, having found out that the current gunnery champ has just transferred aboard their ship. What they haven't learned, however, is that the marksman's enlistment ...

Cast

Ann Sheridan

Ann Sheridan

Marge 'Margie' Jordan

Jack Oakie

Jack Oakie

'Cake' O'Hara

Martha Raye

Martha Raye

Lilibelle Bolton

Jack Haley

Jack Haley

'Powerhouse' Bolton

Herbert Anderson

Herbert Anderson

Homer Matthews

Jack Carson

Jack Carson

'Buttons' Johnson

Jackie Gleason

Jackie Gleason

'Tubby' (as Jackie C. Gleason)

William T. Orr

William T. Orr

'Mac'

Richard Lane

Richard Lane

'Rocky' Anderson

John Ridgely

John Ridgely

'Jersey'

Kay Aldridge

Kay Aldridge

Navy Blues Sextet Member (as Katharine Aldridge)

Georgia Carroll

Georgia Carroll

Navy Blues Sextet Member

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Navy Blues (1941), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

On a layover in Hawaii two conniving Navy seamen borrow money to lay down bets that their ship will win the upcoming gunnery practice trophy, having found out that the current gunnery champ has just transferred aboard their ship. What they haven't learned, however, is that the marksman's enlistment is up before the contest is supposed to take place.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Navy Blues. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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