Rookies Go to War

This slapstick comedy follows four friends serving in the military. The plot centers on the friction between the group and their sergeant, who tries to impose discipline on them. After their clashes escalate, the men escape and take refuge in a house located on a training ground, where they end up resisting an assault by their own fellow soldiers.

The film was directed by Claude Zidi, marking his second feature following Stadium Nuts. It was a joint production between France, Italy, and Germany, featuring a cast that includes Gérard Rinaldi, Jean Sarrus, Gérard Filipelli, and Jean-Guy Fechner, with Jacques Seiler playing the sergeant. Zidi also contributed to the screenplay alongside Jean Bouchaud and Jean-Paul Farré.

Released in November 1974, the movie has received a moderate response from viewers. On IMDb, it holds a rating of 5.5/10 based on 841 votes, while on TMDB, it has a slightly higher score of 6.1/10 from 86 votes.