Hail the Conquering Hero
MIRACLES DO HAPPEN!
Having been discharged from the Marines for a hayfever condition before ever seeing action, Woodrow Lafayette Pershing Truesmith delays the return to his hometown, feeling that he is a failure. While in a moment of melancholy, he meets up with a group of Marines who befriend him and encourage him to return home to his mother by fabricating a story that he was wounded in battle with honorable discharge.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Hail the Conquering Hero
- Genres: Comedy, War
- Release Date: 1944-08-09
- Runtime: 101 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (68 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Paramount Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3881
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Eddie Bracken
as Woodrow Truesmith
Ella Raines
as Libby
Raymond Walburn
as Mayor Everett J. Noble
William Demarest
as Sgt. Heppelfinger
Franklin Pangborn
as Reception Committee Chairman
Elizabeth Patterson
as Martha - Libby's Aunt
Georgia Caine
as Mrs. Truesmith
Al Bridge
as Political Boss
Freddie Steele
as Bugsy
Bill Edwards
as Forrest Noble
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
Hail the Conquering Hero is a Comedy, War movie directed by . It was released on 1944-08-09.
Who are the main actors in Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
The main cast includes Eddie Bracken, Ella Raines, Raymond Walburn, William Demarest, Franklin Pangborn, .
Where can I watch Hail the Conquering Hero online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Hail the Conquering Hero is available.
Is Hail the Conquering Hero based on a true story?▼
MIRACLES DO HAPPEN!
What is the IMDb rating of Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
Hail the Conquering Hero has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 68 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Hail the Conquering Hero filmed?▼
Hail the Conquering Hero was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
The total runtime of Hail the Conquering Hero is 101 minutes.
Is Hail the Conquering Hero suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Hail the Conquering Hero?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Hail the Conquering Hero.
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