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Stripes (1981) 6.8
Two friends who are dissatisfied with their jobs decide to join the army for a bit of fun. Director:Ivan Reitman |
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Thanks to a run of bad luck and go-nowhere jobs, John convinces Russell to join the army so they can get in shape, likening it to a health spa. Once in boot camp, wiseguy John tangles with his by-the-book Sgt. and becomes the unofficial leader for his platoon, made up mostly of other misfits and assorted losers. After somehow making it through graduation, they are given a special assignment but, thanks to John's romantic interest in a pretty MPO, the other men wind up behind the Iron Curtain until John, Russell, their dates and Sgt. Hulka make a daring rescue attempt in explosive style. Written by Warlock <asstgpa@crimjust.ccj.scarolina.edu>
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The story of a man who wanted to keep the world safe for democracy...and meet girlsMotion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated R for sexuality/nudity, language and some drug use | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USARelease Date:
26 June 1981 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
El pelotón chiflado See more »Box Office
Budget:
$10,000,000 (estimated)Gross:
$85,300,000 (USA)Company Credits
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The character nicknamed "Psycho" is actually named "Francis". Francis is Norman Bates' middle name in Psycho. See more »Goofs
During the graduation review, one of the soldiers is carrying an American flag with gold fringe. American flags with such decorative fringe are meant to be used only indoors; such a flag would never be used in any type of outdoor ceremony. See more »Quotes
Sergeant Hulka: You better hit those bunks my little babies, or Sergeant Hulka with the "big toe" is gonna see how far he can stick it up your ass.See more »
Stripes is a raunchy, adult comedy from critically acclaimed producer/director Ivan Reitman (Evolution, Kindergarten Cop). And it stars Bill Murray (The Royal Tenenbaums), Harold Ramis (As Good as it Gets), John Candy (Uncle Buck), Warren Oates (True Grit).
Low life cab driver John Winger (Bill Murray) loses a lot in 2 hours. That is his job, his apartment, his girlfriend, his car. So, he decides that he's had enough of his pathetic life in New York, so he decides to join the army. He also talks his friend Russel Ziskey (Harold Ramis) into joining with him.
When they finally do join, they are both put into a platoon drilled by Sgt. Hulka (Warren Oates) who has his eye on John. They both go through weeks and weeks of hell by doing basic training and putting up with Sgt. Hulka. But, they full fill their goal by meeting Stella (P.J. Soles) and Louise (Sean Young), two beautiful MP's who have their eys on Russel and John.
As the story moves on, they go to battle in Germany and end up in more hilarious confilcts.
I must say, I think that Warren Oates was a perfect choice for Sgt. Hulka, and that he was so brilliant and funny with the character. I give him graditude. 1921-1982
This is not a movie for kids, but teens may enjoy it if they are looking for a hilarious comedy. STRIPES is 100% classic and comedy!