Marching On!
Synopsis
During World War II, a young African American is forced to continue his family’s tradition of military service when he's drafted into the Army. Despite complications that arise during basic training, including his jealousy following his girlfriend's flirtatious attention to his sergeant, the young soldier becomes a hero when he locates Japanese saboteurs operating a radio station outside of his military base.
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January 1, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Spencer Williams
- Screenplay & Story
- Spencer Williams
- Original Title
- Marching On!
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 23m
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Spencer Williams
Spencer Williams
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Spencer Williams
Director
Spencer Williams
Writer
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What is Marching On! about?
During World War II, a young African American is forced to continue his family’s tradition of military service when he's drafted into the Army. Despite complications that arise during basic training, including his jealousy following his girlfriend's flirtatious attention to his sergeant, the young soldier becomes a hero when he locates Japanese saboteurs operating a radio station outside of his military base.
Who directed Marching On!?
Marching On! was directed by Spencer Williams.
Who stars in Marching On!?
The principal cast of Marching On! includes Hugo Martin, George T. Sutton, Myra D. Hemmings, Emmet Jackson, L.K. Smith.
When was Marching On! released and how long is it?
Marching On! was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 23m.