Operation Mad Ball
1957, English. Directed by Richard Quine.
It's Operation Laughter For You! and anything goes!
In this wacky military spoof, Lemmon plays a terminally bored Army private waging a war of wits as he tries to throw a party under the nose of his obnoxious commanding officer.
- Runtime
- 1h 45m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- G
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Cast & crew
- Richard QuineDirector
- Jack LemmonPvt. Hogan
- Ernie KovacsCapt. Paul Lock
- Kathryn GrantLt. Betty Bixby
- Arthur O'ConnellCol. Rousch
- Mickey RooneyMSgt. Yancy Skibo
- Dick YorkCpl. Bohun
- James DarrenPvt. Widowskas
- Roger SmithCpl. Berryman
- William LesliePvt. Grimes
- Sheridan ComerateSgt. Wilson
- L.Q. JonesOzark
- Jeanne ManetMadame LaFour
Details
- Released
- 17 August 1957
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Blake Edwards, Arthur Carter, Jed Harris
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What Operation Mad Ball is based on
Operation Mad Ball is adapted from a play or musical.
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Operation Mad Ball runs 105 minutes (1h 45m).
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Operation Mad Ball is rated G in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Operation Mad Ball on?
Operation Mad Ball isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Operation Mad Ball?
If you liked Operation Mad Ball, try Duck Soup, Carry On Sergeant, Hot Shots! Part Deux.
Who directed Operation Mad Ball?
Operation Mad Ball (1957) was directed by Richard Quine and stars Jack Lemmon, Ernie Kovacs, Kathryn Grant.
What is Operation Mad Ball based on?
Operation Mad Ball is adapted from a play or musical.