The Fighting 69th

The Fighting 69th

5.8IMDb Score
Released:1940-01-27
Duration:90 min
Director:William Keighley
Actors:James Cagney, Pat O'Brien, George Brent, Jeffrey Lynn, Alan Hale
Production:Warner Bros. Pictures

Overview:

Although loudmouthed braggart Jerry Plunkett alienates his comrades and officers, Father Duffy, the regimental chaplain, has faith that he'll prove himself in the end.

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