Buck Privates
Petty con artists Slicker Smith and Herbie Brown mistakenly join the Army evading the cops. The cop chasing them winds up as their drill instructor. A rich young man and his former working class chauffeur are not only in the same unit, they're vying for a pretty girl who seems attracted to both.
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Frequently asked questions about Buck Privates
Where can I watch Buck Privates in the United States?
Buck Privates is not on a subscription streaming service in the United States at the moment, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and Fandango At Home. Availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
What are the ratings for Buck Privates?
Buck Privates scores 6.8 on The Movie Database, 7.0 on IMDb, and 76% on Rotten Tomatoes.
Who stars in Buck Privates?
Buck Privates stars Bud Abbott, Lou Costello, Lee Bowman, Jane Frazee, and Alan Curtis. Arthur Lubin is the director.
How long is Buck Privates?
Buck Privates runs 1h 24m (84 minutes).
When did Buck Privates come out?
Buck Privates was released on January 31, 1941.
Which studio made Buck Privates?
Buck Privates was produced by Universal Pictures in the United States.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.