06 Dec 1962
Billy Rose's Jumbo
The daughter of a circus owner fights to save her father from a takeover spearheaded by the man she loves.
Rookies on Parade
THAT MERRY MILITARY MUSICAL!
The story details the misadventures of two itinerant songwriters named Duke (Crosby) and Cliff (Foy) as they try to survive Army boot camp. Intending to boost the morale of their fellow draftees, our heroes stage a big musical show, which they eventually hope will graduate to Broadway.
Top Billed Cast
Bob Crosby Duke Wilson
Ruth Terry Lois Rogers
Gertrude Niesen Marilyn Fenton
Eddie Foy Jr. Cliff Dugan
Marie Wilson Kitty Mulloy
Cliff Nazarro Joe Martin
William Demarest Mike Brady
Sidney Blackmer Augustus Moody
Horace McMahon Tiger Brannigan
Jack Carr Soldier
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