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title: "The Fighting 69th"
year: 1940
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-fighting-69th-1940"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 72638
imdb_id: "tt0032467"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 5.9
vote_count: 29
content_rating: "NR"
---

# The Fighting 69th (1940) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

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## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: The Fighting 69th
Year: 1940
Release Date (US): 01/27/1940
Genres: Action, Drama, and War
Runtime: 1h 30m
Rating: NR
Synopsis: Jerry Plunkett is a loudmouthed braggart who alienates his comrades and officers. Father Duffy, the regimental chaplain, has faith that he'll prove himself in the end.
Draft 1: The Fighting 69th is a 1940 film categorized under the genres of action, drama, and war. Released in the United States on January 27, 1940, the movie has a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. The film is rated NR. The story follows Jerry Plunkett, a loudmouthed braggart. Because of his behavior, Plunkett alienates both his officers and his comrades. However, the

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: William Keighley
- **Networks / Studios**: Warner Bros. Pictures

## Key Cast Continuity

- **James Cagney** as *Jerry Plunkett*
- **Pat O'Brien** as *Father Duffy*
- **George Brent** as *Wild Bill Donovan*
- **Jeffrey Lynn** as *Joyce Kilmer*
- **Alan Hale** as *Big Mike Wynn*
- **Frank McHugh** as *"Crepe Hanger" Burke*
- **Dennis Morgan** as *Lieutenant Ames*
- **Dick Foran** as *Long John Wynn*
- **William Lundigan** as *Timmy Wynn*
- **Guinn 'Big Boy' Williams** as *Paddy Dolan*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Fighting 69th online?
The Fighting 69th is currently available to watch or stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is The Fighting 69th worth watching?
The Fighting 69th holds a community rating of 5.9/10 based on 29 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Action, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie The Fighting 69th and when was it released?
The Fighting 69th is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 1940. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed The Fighting 69th?
The Fighting 69th was directed by William Keighley.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Fighting 69th — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/72638)

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