Private Buckaroo
“IT JUMPS! IT JIVES! It rocks with red hot rhythm!”
Synopsis
A rebellious young inductee has trouble toeing the line until he meets a retired officer's lovely daughter. James and his band are also drafted and decide to perk up their camp by putting on a big show.
Top Cast
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Dick Foran
Lon Prentice
Joe E. Lewis
Lancelot Pringle McBiff
Jennifer Holt
Joyce Mason
Ernest Truex
Col. Elias Weatherford
Laverne Andrews
Laverne Andrews
Maxene Andrews
Maxene Andrews
Patty Andrews
Patty Andrews
Shemp Howard
Sgt. 'Muggsy' Shavel
Mary Wickes
Bonnie-Belle Schlopkiss
Donald O'Connor
Donny
Peggy Ryan
Peggy
Huntz Hall
Cpl. Anemic
Susan Levine
Tagalong
Harry James
Harry James
Richard Davies
Lt. Tommy Bridges
Sidney Miller
Jeep Driver
Bess Flowers
Nightclub Patron
Addison Richards
Officer
Release History & Theatrical Window
Los Angeles, California
Festival / Special Debut
June 12, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward F. Cline
- Screenplay & Story
- Edmond Kelso
- Original Title
- Private Buckaroo
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 8m
- Production Studios
- Universal Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward F. Cline
Edmond Kelso
Elwood Bredell
Milton Carruth
Ken Goldsmith
Department Leadership Roster
Edward F. Cline
Director
Ken Goldsmith
Producer
Elwood Bredell
Director of Photography
Edmond Kelso
Screenplay
Milton Carruth
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Private Buckaroo
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Private Buckaroo about?
A rebellious young inductee has trouble toeing the line until he meets a retired officer's lovely daughter. James and his band are also drafted and decide to perk up their camp by putting on a big show.
Who directed Private Buckaroo?
Private Buckaroo was directed by Edward F. Cline.
Who stars in Private Buckaroo?
The principal cast of Private Buckaroo includes Dick Foran, Joe E. Lewis, Jennifer Holt, Ernest Truex, Laverne Andrews.
When was Private Buckaroo released and how long is it?
Private Buckaroo was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 8m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Private Buckaroo?
Private Buckaroo holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).