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Sailors on Leave
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Sailors on Leave

1941-09-30 · 71 min · ★ 8.0

Music · Comedy

If a shy sailor marries before his next birthday, he will inherit a fortune.

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Directors
Albert S. Rogell
Production companies
Republic Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

William LundiganWilliam LundiganChuck Stephens
Shirley RossShirley RossLinda Hall
Chick ChandlerChick ChandlerSwifty
Ruth DonnellyRuth DonnellyAunt Navy
Mae ClarkeMae ClarkeGwen
Cliff NazarroCliff NazarroMike
Tom KennedyTom KennedyDugan
Mary AinsleeMary AinsleeSadie
Jane KeanJane KeanSunshine
Bill ShirleyBill ShirleyBill Carstairs
Garry OwenGarry OwenThompson
William HaadeWilliam HaadeSawyer
Dorothy ChristyDorothy ChristyBlonde Woman (uncredited)
Tristram CoffinTristram CoffinOfficer (uncredited)
Lois CollierLois CollierPretty Brunette (uncredited)
Harry DeppHarry DeppShore Patrolman (uncredited)
Douglas EvansDouglas EvansRadio Announcer (uncredited)
Earle HodginsEarle HodginsCon Man (uncredited)
Howard HughesHoward HughesSailor (uncredited)
Marjorie KaneMarjorie KanePerky Cutie (uncredited)

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