Hail the Conquering Hero (1944): Plot, Cast & Where to Watch

Name: Hail the Conquering Hero
Director: Preston Sturges
Genre: Comedy, War
Released: 1944
Duration: 101 min
Cast: Eddie Bracken, Ella Raines, Raymond Walburn, William Demarest, Franklin Pangborn

What Hail the Conquering Hero Is About

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.

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What is Hail the Conquering Hero about?

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.

Where can I watch Hail the Conquering Hero?

Hail the Conquering Hero is available to watch on digital platforms such as Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Hail the Conquering Hero?

Hail the Conquering Hero runs for 101 minutes (1h 41m).

When did Hail the Conquering Hero come out?

Hail the Conquering Hero was released in 1944.

Who directed Hail the Conquering Hero?

Hail the Conquering Hero was directed by Preston Sturges.

Who stars in Hail the Conquering Hero?

Hail the Conquering Hero stars Eddie Bracken, Ella Raines, Raymond Walburn, William Demarest.

What is Hail the Conquering Hero's rating?

Hail the Conquering Hero holds 7.6/10 on IMDb and 7.1/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 74 out of 100.