Hail the Conquering Hero
1944
Having been discharged from the Marines for a hayfever condition before ever seeing action, Woodrow Lafayette Pershing Truesmith delays the return to his hometown, feeling that he is a failure. While in a moment of melancholy, he meets up with a group of Marines who befriend him and encourage him to return home to his mother by fabricating a story that he was wounded in battle with honorable discharge.
Director:
Preston Sturges
Writers:
Preston Sturges
Awards:
Nominated for 1 Oscar. 4 wins & 3 nominations total
Production:
N/A
Country:
United States
