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Operation Mad Ball 1957

“It's Operation Laughter For You! and anything goes!”

Status
Released
Runtime
105 minutes
Director
Richard Quine
Network
Columbia Pictures
★ TMDB users: 6.7/10 G ComedyWar Released
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What is Operation Mad Ball?

Operation Mad Ball is a 1957 American military comedy film from Columbia Pictures, produced by Jed Harris and directed by Richard Quine. The film stars Jack Lemmon alongside Ernie Kovacs, Kathryn Grant, Arthur O'Connell, and Mickey Rooney, and runs for 1 hour and 45 minutes.

Type
Film
Year
1957
Status
Released
Runtime
105 minutes
Release date
Aug 17, 1957
Studios
Columbia Pictures
Genres
Comedy, War
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 6.7/10
Episode runtime
~105 minutes
Status
Released
Network
Columbia Pictures

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Operation Mad Ball is a 1957 American military comedy film from Columbia Pictures, produced by Jed Harris and directed by Richard Quine. The film stars Jack Lemmon alongside Ernie Kovacs, Kathryn Grant, Arthur O'Connell, and Mickey Rooney, and runs for 1 hour and 45 minutes.

As a wacky military spoof, the film follows a terminally bored Army private waging a war of wits to throw a party under the nose of his obnoxious commanding officer. It is a comedic feature from the 1957 cinema era designed for audiences looking for classic entertainment.

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Should you watch it?

“An army private wages a war of wits to throw an illicit military party.”

Reasons to watch
  • Stars Jack Lemmon in a wacky military spoof role.
  • Features a strong ensemble cast including Ernie Kovacs and Mickey Rooney.
  • Directed by Richard Quine and produced by Columbia Pictures.
Keep in mind
  • Viewers seeking modern action or high-definition visual effects may find the 1957 production dated.

Watch it if you enjoy classic military comedies starring Jack Lemmon.

This is a comedic and lighthearted military spoof with a runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

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Is Operation Mad Ball worth watching?

It is a 1957 American military comedy starring Jack Lemmon and directed by Richard Quine.

What is the binge duration or runtime?

The film has a total runtime of 1 hour and 45 minutes.

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Operation Mad Ball is a feature film rather than a television series with episodes.

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