The Wackiest Ship in the Army
"You'll crack your timbers when you see how the Navy sticks the Army sad sacks with the crumbiest ship afloat!"
Originally released in 1960. The Wackiest Ship in the Army is a comedy/war film. directed by Richard Murphy.
Starring Jack Lemmon, Ricky Nelson, and John Lund
Synopsis
Lieutenant Rip Crandall is hoodwinked into taking command of the "Wackiest Ship in the Navy" – a real garbage scow with a crew of misfits who don't know a jib from a jigger. What none of them knows, including Crandall, is that this ship has a very important top-secret mission to complete in waters patrolled by the Japanese fleet. Their mission will save hundreds of allied lives – if only they can get there in one piece.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 29, 1960
65 years ago
Runtime
1h 39m
99 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (36 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Columbia Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Wackiest Ship in the Army about?
Lieutenant Rip Crandall is hoodwinked into taking command of the "Wackiest Ship in the Navy" – a real garbage scow with a crew of misfits who don't know a jib from a jigger. What none of them kno...
Who directed The Wackiest Ship in the Army?
The Wackiest Ship in the Army was directed by Richard Murphy.
How long is The Wackiest Ship in the Army?
The Wackiest Ship in the Army has a runtime of 1 hours and 39 minutes (99 minutes total).
When was The Wackiest Ship in the Army released?
The Wackiest Ship in the Army was released on December 29, 1960 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Wackiest Ship in the Army?
The main cast of The Wackiest Ship in the Army includes Jack Lemmon, Ricky Nelson, John Lund, Chips Rafferty, Tom Tully.