Hail the Conquering Hero
MIRACLES DO HAPPEN!
Having been discharged from the Marines for a hayfever condition before ever seeing action, Woodrow Lafayette Pershing Truesmith delays the return to his hometown, feeling that he is a failure. While in a moment of melancholy, he meets up with a group of Marines who befriend him and encourage him to return home to his mother by fabricating a story that he was wounded in battle with honorable discharge.
Director: Preston SturgesCast: Eddie Bracken, Ella Raines, Raymond Walburn
Preston SturgesDirector
Eddie BrackenWoodrow Truesmith
Ella RainesLibby
Raymond WalburnMayor Everett J. NobleTrailer
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Hail the Conquering Hero: frequently asked questions
Where can I watch Hail the Conquering Hero?
To rent or buy: Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home.
When did Hail the Conquering Hero come out in US theaters?
Hail the Conquering Hero opened in US theaters on August 18, 1944.
Who is in the cast of Hail the Conquering Hero?
The main cast includes Eddie Bracken (Woodrow Truesmith), Ella Raines (Libby), Raymond Walburn (Mayor Everett J. Noble), and William Demarest (Sgt. Heppelfinger).
Who directed Hail the Conquering Hero?
Hail the Conquering Hero was directed by Preston Sturges.
How long is Hail the Conquering Hero?
Hail the Conquering Hero runs 101 minutes (1 h 41 min).
What is the age rating for Hail the Conquering Hero?
Hail the Conquering Hero is rated NR in the US.
How is Hail the Conquering Hero rated?
Hail the Conquering Hero has a rating of 7.2/10 on TMDB from 82 votes.
