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Follow the Fleet (1936)

"In the Super-Dreadnought of Musical Shows"

6.819361h 50mEN
ComedyRomance

Directed by Mark Sandrich

Rating

6.8/10

Runtime

1h 50m

Language

EN

Release

February 20, 1936

Director

Mark Sandrich

Official Trailer

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Overview

When the US Navy fleet docks at San Francisco, sailor Bake Baker tries to rekindle the flame with his old dancing partner, Sherry Martin, while Bake's buddy Bilge Smith romances Sherry's sister, Connie. But it's not all smooth sailing—Bake has a habit of losing Sherry's jobs for her and, despite Con...

Cast

Fred Astaire

Fred Astaire

Bake Baker

Ginger Rogers

Ginger Rogers

Sherry Martin

Randolph Scott

Randolph Scott

Bilge Smith

Harriet Nelson

Harriet Nelson

Connie Martin

Astrid Allwyn

Astrid Allwyn

Iris Manning

Betty Grable

Betty Grable

Singer in Trio

Harry Beresford

Harry Beresford

Captain Hickey

Russell Hicks

Russell Hicks

Jim Nolan

Brooks Benedict

Brooks Benedict

David Sullivan

Ray Mayer

Ray Mayer

Dopey Williams

Lucille Ball

Lucille Ball

Kitty Collins

Tom Brower

Tom Brower

Policeman (uncredited)

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Follow the Fleet (1936), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When the US Navy fleet docks at San Francisco, sailor Bake Baker tries to rekindle the flame with his old dancing partner, Sherry Martin, while Bake's buddy Bilge Smith romances Sherry's sister, Connie. But it's not all smooth sailing—Bake has a habit of losing Sherry's jobs for her and, despite Connie's dreams, Bilge is not ready to settle down.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Follow the Fleet. 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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