Doughboys in Ireland
“"Romance to keep your heart young! Songs to put joy in your heart!"”
Synopsis
According to Doughboys in Ireland, there were those who sang their way through WW2. Radio tenor Kenny Baker plays Manhattan orchestra leading Danny O'Keefe, who is drafted into the army along with a Ritz Brothers-like quartet called The Jesters. Stationed in Ireland, Danny believes that his New York sweetheart Gloria (Lynn Merrick) has forgotten about him, thus he inaugurates a romance with Irish colleen Molly Callahan (Jeff Donnell).
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Release History & Theatrical Window
October 7, 1943
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lew Landers
- Screenplay & Story
- Howard J. Green
- Original Title
- Doughboys in Ireland
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lew Landers
Howard J. Green
Department Leadership Roster
Lew Landers
Director
Howard J. Green
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Doughboys in Ireland
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What is Doughboys in Ireland about?
According to Doughboys in Ireland, there were those who sang their way through WW2. Radio tenor Kenny Baker plays Manhattan orchestra leading Danny O'Keefe, who is drafted into the army along with a Ritz Brothers-like quartet called The Jesters. Stationed in Ireland, Danny believes that his New York sweetheart Gloria (Lynn Merrick) has forgotten about him, thus he inaugurates a romance with Irish colleen Molly Callahan (Jeff Donnell).
Who directed Doughboys in Ireland?
Doughboys in Ireland was directed by Lew Landers.
Who stars in Doughboys in Ireland?
The principal cast of Doughboys in Ireland includes Kenny Baker, Jeff Donnell, Lynn Merrick, Robert Mitchum, Guy Bonham.
When was Doughboys in Ireland released and how long is it?
Doughboys in Ireland was released in 1943 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.