

Operation Bullshine
“Fall in for Laughs”
Synopsis
During World War II, a Royal Artillery officer is assigned to an anti-aircraft battery that is filled with female soldiers of the Auxiliary Territorial Service. His wife who has enlisted is mistakenly posted to the battery in violation of regulations of husbands and wives serving together in the same formation. She becomes jealous of what she perceives as him paying too much attention to the other Auxiliary Territorial Service women.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Donald Sinden
Lt. Gordon Brown
Barbara Murray
Pvt. Betty Brown
Carole Lesley
Pvt. Marge White
Ronald Shiner
Gunner Slocum
Naunton Wayne
Major Pym
Dora Bryan
Pvt. Cox
John Cairney
Gunner Willie Ross
Marianne Stone
Sgt. Cook
Joan Rice
Pvt. Finch
Fabia Drake
Junior Commander Maddox ATS
Daniel Massey
Bombardier Peter Palmer
Peter Jones
Gunner Perkins
Barbara Hicks
Sgt. Merrifield
John Welsh
Brigadier
Judy Grinham
PT Instructress
Cyril Chamberlain
Orderly Sgt.
Ambrosine Phillpotts
Reporter
Naomi Chance
Subaltern Godfrey ATS
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gilbert Gunn
- Screenplay & Story
- Anne Burnaby, Rupert Lang
- Original Score
- Laurie Johnson
- Original Title
- Operation Bullshine
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Associated British Picture Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gilbert Gunn
Anne Burnaby, Rupert Lang
Laurie Johnson
Gilbert Taylor
Edward B. Jarvis
Frank Godwin
Department Leadership Roster
Gilbert Gunn
Director
Frank Godwin
Producer
Gilbert Taylor
Director of Photography
Edward B. Jarvis
Editor
Cynthia Tingey
Costume Design
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Operation Bullshine.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Operation Bullshine
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Operation Bullshine about?
During World War II, a Royal Artillery officer is assigned to an anti-aircraft battery that is filled with female soldiers of the Auxiliary Territorial Service. His wife who has enlisted is mistakenly posted to the battery in violation of regulations of husbands and wives serving together in the same formation. She becomes jealous of what she perceives as him paying too much attention to the other Auxiliary Territorial Service women.
Who directed Operation Bullshine?
Operation Bullshine was directed by Gilbert Gunn.
Who stars in Operation Bullshine?
The principal cast of Operation Bullshine includes Donald Sinden, Barbara Murray, Carole Lesley, Ronald Shiner, Naunton Wayne.
When was Operation Bullshine released and how long is it?
Operation Bullshine was released in 1959 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Operation Bullshine?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Operation Bullshine was composed by Laurie Johnson.




















