Review of Mister Roberts (1955) by Lark P — 25 Feb 2008

One of my all time favorites with Jack Lemmon, Henry Fonda and James Cagney! WWII at it's best.

This review of Mister Roberts (1955) was written by Lark P on 25 Feb 2008.

Mister Roberts has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Adrian B (1,364) on 22 Jun 2010

One of my favourites from the Fifties--love the casting, particularly Fonda, Lemmon and James Cagney as an inflexible naval captain with a…

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By Gary T (2,283) on 19 Feb 2010

Wow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch.....its got a good cast of actors/actressess thorughout…

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Mister Roberts (1955) -- [6.0] -- Henry Fonda is caught between a beleaguered WWII cargo crew and their vindictive captain in this oddly cheerful,…

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By Matt H (2,287) on 18 Nov 2013

Pretty funny. Lemon really gets to stand out, and Henry Fonda is just playing the blowhard ra-ra guy who can't wait to die for his country…

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By Andrew B (2,971) on 25 Dec 2011

Had a few moments where it dragged, but still very well acted…

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By Nate W (531) on 17 May 2010

Captain, it is I, Ensign Pulver, and I just threw your stinking palm tree overboard. Now, what is all this crud about no movie tonight…

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By John B (4,244) on 30 Dec 2013

One of the most delightful of war comedies' Mister Roberts provides a good starring role for Henry Fonda and puts him toe to toe with legendary…

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By Eric J (681) on 25 Feb 2012

I loved this film growing up and it's even funnier now. Sterling performances from a great cast…

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By Jennifer B (1,401) on 21 Feb 2010

A gentle war story with the onus on the comedy created between Fonda and Cagney. Jack Lemmon is a good foil to both…

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