Johnny Doughboy (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 5.5
Released in 1942, Johnny Doughboy is a comedy and music film directed by John H. Auer, running about 63 minutes. “JANE'S GOT A HEAVY DATE...WITH THE ARMY!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. As sixteen year old Ann Winters begins a relationship with an older actor to further her career, lookalike fan Penelope Ryan is recruited by a group of former child stars to perform in a USO show.
Who’s in it. Johnny Doughboy stars Jane Withers as Ann Winters / Penny Ryan, Jack Boyle as Johnny Kelly, Henry Wilcoxon as Oliver Lawrence and Patrick Brook as Johnny Kelly, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Johnny Doughboy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Johnny Doughboy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Johnny Doughboy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Johnny Doughboy (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Johnny Doughboy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Johnny Doughboy worth watching?
- Johnny Doughboy holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Johnny Doughboy?
- Johnny Doughboy stars Jane Withers, Jack Boyle, Henry Wilcoxon, Patrick Brook and Jack Boyle Jr..
- When was Johnny Doughboy released?
- Johnny Doughboy was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 63 minutes.