

Rookies on Parade
“THAT MERRY MILITARY MUSICAL!”
Synopsis
The story details the misadventures of two itinerant songwriters named Duke (Crosby) and Cliff (Foy) as they try to survive Army boot camp. Intending to boost the morale of their fellow draftees, our heroes stage a big musical show, which they eventually hope will graduate to Broadway.
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April 16, 1941
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joseph Santley
- Screenplay & Story
- Karl Brown, Milt Gross, Jack Townley
- Original Title
- Rookies on Parade
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Republic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joseph Santley
Karl Brown, Milt Gross, Jack Townley, Saul Chaplin, Sammy Cahn, Eddie Cherkose, Sidney Clare, Nick Castle
Department Leadership Roster
Karl Brown
Screenplay
Joseph Santley
Director
Milt Gross
Screenplay
Jack Townley
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rookies on Parade
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What is Rookies on Parade about?
The story details the misadventures of two itinerant songwriters named Duke (Crosby) and Cliff (Foy) as they try to survive Army boot camp. Intending to boost the morale of their fellow draftees, our heroes stage a big musical show, which they eventually hope will graduate to Broadway.
Who directed Rookies on Parade?
Rookies on Parade was directed by Joseph Santley.
Who stars in Rookies on Parade?
The principal cast of Rookies on Parade includes Bob Crosby, Ruth Terry, Gertrude Niesen, Eddie Foy Jr., Marie Wilson.
When was Rookies on Parade released and how long is it?
Rookies on Parade was released in 1941 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.



















