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In the Army Now

Sleep tight, America! The safety of the free world rests in his hands!

1994 · 1h 31m · PG Comedy
Directed by Daniel Petrie Jr.

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Overview

Bones Conway and Jack Kaufman didn't really know what they were in for when they enlisted in the U.S. Army; they just wanted to get a job and make some money. But these new recruits are so hapless, they run the risk of getting kicked out before their military careers even begin. Soon, though, they're sent to the Middle East to fight for their country -- which they manage to do in their own wacky ways.

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All reviews
6%
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Fresh

If Shore's comic genius eludes you or if you find the film something less than a constant laugh riot, you may still be willing to agree that it's amiable enough and not begrudge in the least the likelihood that Shore fans will be pleased.

Kevin Thomas, Los Angeles Times
Fresh

Is In the Army Now funny? Yes, Drill Sergeant, Sir! Is it stupid? Yes, sir! Does it kill brain cells? Yes, sirree!

Carrie Rickey, Philadelphia Inquirer
Rotten

Being an appealing, shallow goof-off can wear thin, and Shore seems incapable of carrying a movie, even when it's a 90-minute knock-off like this.

Jeff Shannon, Seattle Times
Rotten

The movie's best performance is given by a camel.

Michael Wilmington, Chicago Tribune
Rotten

[An] abysmal knockoff of Stripes.

Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly

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