The Private War of Major Benson (1955)

Ceremony Year: 1956Category: Best Original ScreenplayReleased: 1955

Nominated Talent & Credits

Joe Connelly— Joe Connelly, Bob Mosher

Bob Mosher— Joe Connelly, Bob Mosher

Synopsis / Overview

A Major noted for advancing with his mouth before thinking is given a choice: to be drummed out of the Army, or take command of and shape up the ROTC program at Sheridan Academy before it fails its next inspection. At Sheridan he encounters three hundred pre-teen cadets who range from rascally to adorable, and a female doctor who has just the right prescription for him.

Historical Academy Record

WRITING (Motion Picture Story) — 28th Academy Awards (1956)

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