Follow the Fleet
1936, English. Directed by Mark Sandrich.
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When the US Navy fleet docks at San Francisco, sailor Bake Baker tries to rekindle the flame with his old dancing partner, Sherry Martin, while Bake's buddy Bilge Smith romances Sherry's sister, Connie. But it's not all smooth sailing—Bake has a habit of losing Sherry's jobs for her and, despite Connie's dreams, Bilge is not ready to settle down.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Mark SandrichDirector
- Fred AstaireBake Baker
- Ginger RogersSherry Martin
- Randolph ScottBilge Smith
- Harriet NelsonConnie Martin
- Astrid AllwynIris Manning
- Betty GrableSinger in Trio
- Harry BeresfordCaptain Hickey
- Russell HicksJim Nolan
- Brooks BenedictDavid Sullivan
- Ray MayerDopey Williams
- Lucille BallKitty Collins
- Tom BrowerPoliceman (uncredited)
Details
- Released
- 20 February 1936
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Allan Scott, Dwight Taylor
- Budget
- $747K
- Box office
- $2.7M
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What Follow the Fleet is based on
Follow the Fleet is adapted from a play or musical.
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Follow the Fleet: quick answers
Is Follow the Fleet worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Follow the Fleet?
Follow the Fleet runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does Follow the Fleet have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Follow the Fleet. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Follow the Fleet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Follow the Fleet is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Follow the Fleet on?
Follow the Fleet isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Follow the Fleet?
If you liked Follow the Fleet, try On the Town, Out to Sea, Victor/Victoria.
Who directed Follow the Fleet?
Follow the Fleet (1936) was directed by Mark Sandrich and stars Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Randolph Scott.
What is Follow the Fleet based on?
Follow the Fleet is adapted from a play or musical.