If you enjoyed the classic military comedy 'Hay Foot' (1942), you're in for a treat! This article explores 10 similar movies and shows that capture the same blend of humor, camaraderie, and wartime antics. Whether you're a fan of vintage films or just love a good laugh, these picks will keep you entertained.

This Is the Army (1943)
Description: A musical comedy set during wartime, blending humor with patriotic themes, showcasing the lighter side of military life.
Fact: The film features actual soldiers performing, including Irving Berlin, who wrote the music. It was a major box office success during World War II.


No Time for Sergeants (1958)
Description: A lighthearted military comedy about a naive but good-natured recruit causing chaos in the army, emphasizing the absurdities of military bureaucracy.
Fact: The film was adapted from a Broadway play, which itself was based on a novel. It helped popularize the 'country bumpkin in the military' trope.


Don't Give Up the Ship (1959)
Description: A naval comedy focusing on misadventures and misunderstandings among sailors, with a strong emphasis on camaraderie and humorous situations.
Fact: The title is a play on the famous phrase attributed to Captain James Lawrence during the War of 1812, 'Don't give up the ship.'


The Shakiest Gun in the West (1968)
Description: A Western comedy featuring a bumbling protagonist who inadvertently becomes a hero, blending slapstick humor with frontier settings.
Fact: The film is a remake of the Bob Hope comedy 'The Paleface,' but with a Western twist and Don Knotts in the lead role.


M*A*S*H (1970)
Description: A dark comedy set during the Korean War, focusing on the antics of medical personnel, blending humor with sharp social commentary.
Fact: The film inspired the long-running TV series of the same name, though the series had a more dramatic tone over time.


1941 (1979)
Description: A chaotic wartime comedy depicting the panic and absurdity on the home front during World War II, filled with over-the-top humor and large-scale antics.
Fact: Despite its star-studded cast and big budget, the film was initially a box office disappointment but has since gained a cult following.


Private Benjamin (1980)
Description: A comedic look at military life through the eyes of a spoiled woman who enlists, blending humor with themes of personal growth and resilience.
Fact: The film was later adapted into a TV series, though it didn't achieve the same level of success as the movie.


Stripes (1981)
Description: A raucous military comedy about misfit recruits who turn basic training into a series of hilarious misadventures, emphasizing camaraderie and rebellion.
Fact: The film's success helped solidify Bill Murray's status as a leading comedic actor in Hollywood.


Up in Arms (1944)
Description: A comedic take on military service, focusing on a hypochondriac who gets drafted, mixing slapstick humor with wartime settings.
Fact: This was Danny Kaye's first starring role in a film, launching his successful career in Hollywood comedies.


The Wackiest Ship in the Army (1960)
Description: A comedy set aboard a dysfunctional naval vessel, highlighting the quirks of its crew and their unconventional missions.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident during World War II involving a similarly unconventional ship.
