Wackiest ship in the army trivia there was a 1960 movie that was also titled, the wackiest ship in the army with actor jack lemmon in the starring role. We dont have an article named mainthewackiestshipinthearmy, exactly. The wackiest ship in the army film wikimedia commons. Lieutenant rip crandall is hoodwinked into taking command of the. Although often referred to as a comedy series, the show violated three unwritten rules. Hijinks and spyjinks lighten this effective comedy by richard murphy, based very loosely. Intro to the 19651966 tv series the wackiest ship in the army. A historia foi anunciada na capa da revista como the wackiest ship in the army dado o veleiro estar sob o comando do exercito quando executou a missao e a columbia usou o titulo quando comprou a historia em 1957. Youll crack your timbers when you see how the navy sticks the army sad sacks with the crumbiest ship afloat. The wackiest ship in the army mostly hinges on jack lemmons ability to perform, as well as ricky nelsons freshfaced charm, instead of telling a great and true story. The biggest mistakes you never noticed in the wackiest ship in the army 1960. The wackiest ship in the army 1960 the movie database. By request, the closing credits to this hourlong dramedy from nbc with jack warden, gary. Rip crandall jack lemmon, has a very specific assignment.
Joining the opening narration, introducing jack lemmon as lt. The wackiest ship in the army 1961 cast and crew lt. The wackiest ship in the army 1960 movie mistakes, goofs. Cookies websites use cookies that have been placed on this site by its operator. Overall, its a light film, and while its certainly not as wacky as the title implies, its still pretty f. Lieutenant rip crandall is hoodwinked into taking command of the wackiest ship in the navy a real garbage scow with a crew of misfits who dont know a jib from a jigger. Hollywood movies that have featured hanalei pier include bird of paradise 1950 and south pacific 1957. Ruta lee upsets gary collins when she turns up as a stowaway on the wackiest ship in the army, today at 9 p. Wackiest ship in the army, the movie clip new orleans airing. The series starred jack warden and gary collins and was directed and written by danny arnold.
Addresses are not passed on to any third party, and are used solely for direct communication from this site. With jack lemmon, ricky nelson, john lund, chips rafferty. Bnai acter and military bearing, in david youth will show a movie, addition to a wellfounded knowlwackiest ship in the army 8 edge of military subjects, current p. Rip crandall, who was a yachtsman before the war, takes command of the uss echo, a sailing ship, for a secret mission in waters patrolled by japanese warships. The place is somewhere in the pacific and the notsogood ship uss echo, captained by the comic lt. But even in a clunker of a ship, crandall and his madcap crew including his enthusiastic young ensign ricky nelson. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. During world war ii, the army recruits navy officer rip. It was filmed at pearl harbor and kauai although the issue is not fully explained uss echo was a real ship in the us navy acting as a supply ship to larger vessels. Voyage to never never mar66 guest star john holland 25 the wackiest ship in the army. With jack warden, gary collins, mike kellin, mark slade. Us forces comedy adventure series 196566 29 episodes x 60 min color. Hijinks and spyjinks lighten this effective comedy by richard murphy, based very loosely on an actual incident in world.
The wackiest ship in the army, screen play by richard murphy, from a story by herbert margolis and william raynor. The wackiest ship in the army 1961 cast and crew moviefone. The wackiest ship in the army 1960 directed by richard. Rip crandall jack lemmon is entrusted with one of the most important missions of his world war ii career. The detroit jewish news digital archives november 11. From 19 sep 196517 apr 1966, nbc broadcast a television series based on the film, also titled the wackiest ship in the army. Jack lemmon and ricky nelson in the wackiest ship in. Aug 06, 2015 intro to the 19651966 tv series the wackiest ship in the army. Press photo jack warden stars as maj butcher in wackiest ship in the army this is an original press photo.
While underway, the ship is commanded by lieutenant rip riddle of the us navy. Watch the wackiest ship in the army online stream full. The wackiest ship in the army photos view all photos 10 movie info. Hanson ricky nelson, with a tune by eddie delange and louis alter, in the wackiest ship in the army, 1960. Crandall jack lemmon killing time before he can turn down his assignment, his eager aide ens. Hanson, from the service comedy the wackiest ship in the army, 1960 view the tcmdb entry for the wackiest ship in the army. There were a few wellknown guest stars who appeared on the wackiest ship in the army tv show. The ghost of lord lelsonsan 6mar66 guest star nancy kovak 24 the wackiest ship in the army. The the wackiest ship in the army episode guide includes recaps for every episode from every season and a full list of where you can watch episodes online instantly. The wackiest ship in the army is a 1960 eastmancolor cinemascope comedydrama war film directed by richard murphy and starring jack lemmon, ricky nelson, and chips rafferty. The wackiest ship in the army arrives the new york times.
Unfortunately, hell be doing it with one of the navys least seaworthy vessels, the uss echo. The wackiest ship in the army is an american comedyadventure series that aired for one season on nbc between september 19, 1965, and april 17, 1966. The us military decides to use the ship to place spies ashore behind japanese lines. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Hanson, from the service comedy the wackiest ship in the army, 1960. Hijinks and spyjinks lighten this effective comedy by richard murphy, based very loosely on an actual incident in world war ii. The wackiest ship in the army tv series 19651966 imdb. The wackiest ship in the army 1960 posters the movie. Ctva us military the wackiest ship in the army screen. Overall, its a light film, and while its certainly not as wacky as the title implies, its still pretty fun. Produced by harry ackerman and herbert hirschman, the series is loosely based on the 1960 film starring jack lemmon and ricky nelson. The wackiest ship in the army 1961 movie moviefone.
And two if by sea 27feb66 guest stars lloyd bochner 23 the wackiest ship in the army. Jack lemmon and ricky nelson in the wackiest ship in the army, 1960. Wackiest ship in the army, the movie clip first command. Jack lemmon and ricky nelson get that sinking feeling when they pilot the wackiest ship in the armyin this hilarious comedy adventure. The floating anachronism has to safely carry an australian spy deep into enemy. The wackiest ship in the army is an american 1960 eastmancolor cinemascope comedydrama war film directed by richard murphy and starring jack lemmon, ricky nelson, and chips rafferty. Filmthe wackiest ship in the armytriviathe wackiest ship in the armyif you meant one of those, just click and go. The wackiest ship in the army 1960 film complet en francais a 20170627t01. Crandall in operation petticoat, which starred jack lemmons. The wackiest ship in the army wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre. Stay in touch with the wackiest ship in the army next episode air date and your favorite tv shows. Separate from membership, this is to get updates about mistakes in recent releases.
Jack lemmon and ricky nelson get that sinking feeling when they pilot the wackiest ship in the army in this hilarious comedy adventure. During world war ii, the army recruits navy officer rip crandall lemmon to command a battered old schooner for a top secret mission. Media in category the wackiest ship in the army film the following 2 files are in this category, out of 2 total. The wackiest ship in the army tells the tale of the country of new zealand presenting the united states military with a historic 70 year old twin masted schooner in early 1942. There were a few wellknown guest stars who appeared on. Jack warden stars as maj butcher in wackiest ship in the army photo measures 7. During the filming of the 1960 movie wackiest ship in the army starring jack lemmon the filming barge came loose twice causing damage to hanalei pier requiring repairs paid for by the film studio and barge company.
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