Operation Mad Ball

Operation Mad Ball

1957 · 105 min · EN · G · 6.7 (26 votes)
Dir. Richard Quine · Starring Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs, Kathryn Grant, Arthur O'Connell, Mickey Rooney, Dick York · Music George Duning

“It's Operation Laughter For You! and anything goes!”

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In this wacky military spoof, Lemmon plays a terminally bored Army private waging a war of wits as he tries to throw a party under the nose of his obnoxious commanding officer.

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This film feels like a delightful, fast-paced romp through a military base where rules are meant to be cleverly bent. It's a charmingly chaotic battle of wits, brimming with mischievous energy and a warm, ensemble spirit. Expect a lighthearted, laugh-out-loud experience that's pure classic comedy gold.

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