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Sound Off (1952)

Movie ★ 9.0 83 min

Comedy

An obnoxious nightclub comedian at Ciro's is drafted into the U.S. Army during the Korean War. At his arrival at his basic training he meets a WAC Lieutenant and romantically pursues her. His activities irritate his drill sergeant and the entire army when he goes Absent without Official Leave for her. He is imprisoned and sentenced to thirty days hard labour that turns him into a soldier. At the end of the film he is shipped overseas to join the Special Services.

Richard Quine Director Blake Edwards Writer Richard Quine Writer

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Quick facts

Released
May 15, 1952
Runtime
83 min
IMDb
tt0045181
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Themes

Cast

Mickey Rooney Mickey Rooney Mike Donnelly Anne James Anne James Lt. Coleen Rafferty Sammy White Sammy White Joey Kirby John Archer John Archer Maj. Paul Whiteside Helen Ford Helen Ford Mrs. Rafferty Gordon Jones Gordon Jones Crockett Arthur Space Arthur Space Barney Fisher Wally Cassell Wally Cassell Tony Paul Campbell Paul Campbell Corporal (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sound Off about?
An obnoxious nightclub comedian at Ciro's is drafted into the U.S. Army during the Korean War. At his arrival at his basic training he meets a WAC Lieutenant and romantically pursues her. His activities irritate his drill sergeant and the entire army when he goes Absent without Official Leave for her. He is imprisoned and sentenced to thirty days hard labour that turns him into a soldier. At the end of the film he is shipped overseas to join the Special Services.
Who directed Sound Off?
Sound Off was directed by Richard Quine.
Who stars in Sound Off?
Sound Off stars Mickey Rooney, Anne James, Sammy White, John Archer.
When was Sound Off released?
Sound Off is a 1952 comedy film.
Where can I watch Sound Off?
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