Sgt. Bilko

Sgt. Bilko

All he ever wanted was an honest week's pay for an honest day's work.

PG 1996 · 90 min · ★ 5.9 · Comedy

The US army is known for churning out lean mean fighting machines intent on protecting our great nation. Sergeant Ernie Bilko is the leader of a ragtag group of the sorriest soldiers ever to enlist in the armed forces.

Directed by Jonathan Lynn · Written by Andy Breckman

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