Mister Roberts (1955)

Name: Mister Roberts
Genre: Comedy, Drama, War
Released: 1955
Duration: 123 min
Rating: 7.1
Cast: Henry Fonda, James Cagney, William Powell, Jack Lemmon, Betsy Palmer

2h 3m United States of America

Comedy Drama War

Plot

Mr. Roberts, a Navy officer, longs for the excitement of combat during World War II but finds himself stationed on a mundane cargo ship under the oppressive command of Captain Morton. Frustrated by his lack of action and yearning for the thrill of war, Roberts navigates a tense environment filled with petty tyranny and camaraderie among the crew. As he struggles to balance his desire for adventure with the realities of his situation, he discovers the importance of friendship and integrity amidst the challenges of military life.

Cast

Henry Fonda James Cagney William Powell Jack Lemmon Betsy Palmer Ward Bond Philip Carey Nick Adams Perry Lopez Ken Curtis Robert Roark Harry Carey Jr. Patrick Wayne Frank Aletter