BUCK PRIVATES was a major hit when it came out back in 1941, and it is still one of the funniest movies of all time. Bud and Lou are at the beginning of their film careers, and in top form. This film was so successful, and inspired similar military comedies, such as Laurel and Hardy's film GREAT GUNS, as well as YOU'RE IN THE ARMY NOW with Jimmy Durante and Phil Silvers, and the Abbott and Costello films that followed, IN THE NAVY & KEEP 'EM FLYING. Abbott and Costello both have perfect timing in this film, particularly in the Drill scene, in which Costello suddenly ad-libs "What time is it", and not missing a beat, Abbott remarks, "None of your business!" This film is of course worth seeing for the drill routine alone. See it as soon as you can!
Review of Buck Privates
