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Kilroy Was Here
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Kilroy Was Here

1947-07-19 · 70 min · ★ 5.7

Comedy

"Kilroy Was Here" was a popular expression during World War II, but it's not much fun to John J. Kilroy, who has to try to live with all the jokes and wisecracks regarding his name.

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Directors
Phil Karlson
Production companies
Monogram Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Jackie CooperJackie CooperJohn J. Kilroy
Jackie CooganJackie CooganPappy Collins
Wanda McKayWanda McKayConnie Harcourt
Frank JenksFrank JenksButch Miller
Norman Phillips Jr.Elmer Hatch
Rand BrooksRand BrooksRodney Meadows
Barton YarboroughBarton YarboroughProf. Thomas Sheperd
Frank J. ScannellFrank J. Scannell1st Cab Driver (as Frank Scannell)
Patti BrillPatti BrillMarge Connors
Robert CooganRobert CooganSoldier Cheer Leader
Joseph ForteJoseph ForteCollege Registar (as Joe Forte)
Sid MeltonSid MeltonJoe - Cab Driver (as Sidney Melton)
Pat GoldinWaiter (as Pat Golden)
Raymond LargayRaymond LargayDean Butler, college Professor
Gil StrattonGil StrattonJimmy White
William SelfMurdock
Therese LyonMother Dunlap - Landlady
Allen MathewsMike
Eric SinclairEric SinclairDick - Delta Member
Jimmy ClarkJimmy ClarkRichard - Delta Member

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