Up Front (1951): cast, story & where to watch
1951 · Film
Released in 1951, Up Front is a comedy and war film directed by Alexander Hall, running about 92 minutes. “Willie and Joe are on the screen!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Military comedy set during WWII, inspired by Bill Mauldin's popular newspaper cartoons of soldiers "Willie" and "Joe".
Who’s in it. Up Front stars David Wayne as Joe, Tom Ewell as Willie, Jeffrey Lynn as Capt. Ralph Johnson and Richard Egan as Capa, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Up Front page.
If you liked it. Fans of Up Front tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Up Front (1951)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Up Front change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in Up Front?
- Up Front stars David Wayne, Tom Ewell, Jeffrey Lynn, Richard Egan and Maurice Cavell.
- When was Up Front released?
- Up Front was released in 1951, with a runtime of about 92 minutes.