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Soldier in the Rain
“Two highly irregulars, in the very regular army! And this is the story of the million-dollar schemes they dared, the fabulous dolls and dates, they shared.”
6.5 / 10• 1963• 1h 28m•NR• English
ComedyDrama
Storyline
Maxwell Slaughter is a kind, heavyset guy who has reached the rank of master sergeant in the army. Admired by handsome young Sgt. Eustis Clay, Slaughter forms a close bond with his peer. Clay hopes to convince Slaughter to join him in a business venture outside of the service, but, in the meantime, he introduces the older officer to the beautiful young Bobby Jo Pepperdine, inadvertently creating trouble for both men.
Cast & Crew
Jackie Gleason
Maxwell Slaughter
Lead
Steve McQueen
Eustis Clay
Tuesday Weld
Bobby Jo Pepperdine
Tony Bill
Jerry Meltzer
Tom Poston
Lieutenant Magee
Ed Nelson
James Priest
Lew Gallo
Fred Lenahan
Rockne Tarkington
William Booth
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Ralph Nelson's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Soldier in the Rain is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
