About Face (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1942, About Face is a comedy film directed by Kurt Neumann, running about 43 minutes. “The famous fun fued of "Tanks a Million!" goes on !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Two Army sergeants disrupt a bar, a party and an Army-Navy dance.
Who’s in it. About Face stars William Tracy as Sgt. Dorian 'Dodo' Doubleday, Joe Sawyer as Sgt. William Ames, Jean Porter as Sally and Marjorie Lord as Betty Marlowe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, About Face has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch About Face page.
If you liked it. Fans of About Face tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch About Face (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for About Face change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is About Face worth watching?
- About Face holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in About Face?
- About Face stars William Tracy, Joe Sawyer, Jean Porter, Marjorie Lord and Margaret Dumont.
- When was About Face released?
- About Face was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 43 minutes.