Great Guns (1941): cast, story & where to watch
1941 · Film · ★ 5.9
Released in 1941, Great Guns is a comedy film directed by Monty Banks, running about 74 minutes. “THEY'RE BACK AGAIN...in the most hilarious comedy of their career!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Laurel and Hardy join the army. They are hardly soldiers, but they believe their employer, (Dick Nelson) will need them now he's drafted.
Who’s in it. Great Guns stars Stan Laurel as Stan, Oliver Hardy as Oliver, Sheila Ryan as Ginger Hammond and Dick Nelson as Dan Forrester, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.9/10, Great Guns 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 Great Guns page.
If you liked it. Fans of Great Guns tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Great Guns (1941)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Great Guns change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Great Guns worth watching?
- Great Guns holds an audience score of 5.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Great Guns?
- Great Guns stars Stan Laurel, Oliver Hardy, Sheila Ryan, Dick Nelson and Edmund MacDonald.
- When was Great Guns released?
- Great Guns was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 74 minutes.