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Somewhere in England

Somewhere in England

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Somewhere in England

1940

1h 19m

7.0(2 votes)

Comedy

Overview

In a North of England training camp, lovestruck Corporal Kenyon (Harry Kemble) is framed and demoted in rank by a rival in love for the affections of the Adjutant's daughter. Four friends rally round to help clear the Corporal's name.

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4 featured cast members

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Frank Randle

Pvt. Randle

Harry Korris

Sgt. Korris

Winki Turner

Irene Morant

Dan Young

Pvt. Young

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Directed by: John E. Blakeley
Written by: John E. Blakeley
Arthur Mertz

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