Rookie Revue (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1941, Rookie Revue is a comedy, war and animation film directed by Friz Freleng, running about 8 minutes.
What it’s about. Random gags around military life, set on an army base. A bugler uses a jukebox to play reveille. In formation, one private has a great deal of trouble remembering what comes after "3"; after he gets it, he decides not to go for the $32 question. In the mess hall, the machine gunners machine gun their food while the bombers catch falling biscuits. The infantry marches for miles - past a "next time, take the train" billboard.
Who’s in it. Rookie Revue stars Mel Blanc as Drill Sergeant / Soldier / General (voice) (uncredited), Robert C. Bruce as Narrator (voice) (uncredited) and Jackson Wheeler as Various (voice) (uncredited).
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Rookie Revue has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rookie Revue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rookie Revue tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rookie Revue (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rookie Revue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rookie Revue worth watching?
- Rookie Revue holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, war and animation. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Rookie Revue?
- Rookie Revue stars Mel Blanc, Robert C. Bruce and Jackson Wheeler.
- When was Rookie Revue released?
- Rookie Revue was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 8 minutes.