Leave It to the Marines(1951)
The LAFF situation is well in hand!
Gerald Meek and Myrna McAllister go to city hall to apply for a marriage license. Gerald wanders into the Marine Recruiting office by mistake and Sergeant Delaney signs him into the Marine Corps and sends him for a medical examination before Gerald realizes what has happened. He finds himself in uniform and ready to be shipped to boot camp without any delay, other than explain to his intended-bride that Uncle Sam has other plans for him.
Movie: Leave It to the Marines
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Gerald Sylvester Meek
Grandma Meek
Col. Flenge
Cpl. Trudy 'Tootie' Frisbee
Recruiting Sgt. Delaney
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