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Operation Petticoat

1959·Movie·PG·124 min·★ 7.2(436)

“20,000 laughs under the sea!”

A World War II submarine commander finds himself stuck with a damaged sub, a con-man executive officer, and a group of army nurses.

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Where to watch Operation Petticoat in India

Can I watch Operation Petticoat in India? Operation Petticoat isn't on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Click a service to open Operation Petticoat there. Availability last verified on November 13, 2026.

Where is Operation Petticoat streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
India—Amazon Video
United StatesHoopla, Pluto TV, YouTube FreeAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomChannel 4 PlusApple TV Store, Amazon Video
Canada—Apple TV Store, Amazon Video
AustraliaBINGE, Foxtel Now, Binge Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
GermanyJoyn Plus, Amazon Arthaus Channel, Arthaus+ Apple TV channel, Arthaus+Amazon Video
France—Apple TV Store, Sooner, Amazon Video
BrazilLooke, Oldflix, Looke Amazon Channel, NetMovies—
Japan—Amazon Video, FOD

About Operation Petticoat

Operation Petticoat is a 1959 English-language comedy, war and romance film directed by Blake Edwards. The cast is led by Cary Grant, Tony Curtis, Joan O'Brien. It has a runtime of 2h 4m. Viewers rate it 7.2/10 across 400 ratings. In India, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video.

Operation Petticoat was produced by Granart Company and Universal International Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on December 5, 1959, and carries a PG certification. At the box office it grossed around $7 million worldwide.

Director
Blake Edwards
Writers
Maurice Richlin, Stanley Shapiro, Paul King
Release date
December 5, 1959
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Box office
$7 million
Production
Granart Company, Universal International Pictures
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Operation Petticoat cast & crew

Operation Petticoat was directed by Blake Edwards and written by Maurice Richlin, Stanley Shapiro, and Paul King.

The cast features Cary Grant as Lieutenant Commander Matt Sherman, Tony Curtis as Lieutenant Nicholas Holden, Joan O'Brien as 2nd Lieutenant Dolores Crandall, Dina Merrill as 2nd Lieutenant Barbara Duran, Gene Evans as Chief Molumphry, and Dick Sargent as Ensign Stovall (as Richard Sargent).

Behind the camera, cinematography is by Russell Harlan and it was produced by Robert Arthur.

Is Operation Petticoat worth watching?

Operation Petticoat holds an audience score of 7.2/10 from 436 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed comedy films.

At 2h 4m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy comedy, war, and romance, Operation Petticoat is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Operation Petticoat

Operation Petticoat isn't on a subscription service in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect India today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.

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Cast of Operation Petticoat

Cary Grant

Cary Grant

Lieutenant Commander Matt Sherman

Tony Curtis

Tony Curtis

Lieutenant Nicholas Holden

Joan O'Brien

Joan O'Brien

2nd Lieutenant Dolores Crandall

Dina Merrill

Dina Merrill

2nd Lieutenant Barbara Duran

Gene Evans

Gene Evans

Chief Molumphry

Dick Sargent

Dick Sargent

Ensign Stovall (as Richard Sargent)

Virginia Gregg

Virginia Gregg

Major Edna Heywood

Robert F. Simon

Robert F. Simon

Captain J.B. Henderson

Robert Gist

Robert Gist

Lieutenant Watson

Gavin MacLeod

Gavin MacLeod

Yeoman Ernest Hunkle

George Dunn

George Dunn

Prophet

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Dick Crockett

Petty Officer Harmon

Operation Petticoat — FAQs

▸Where can I watch Operation Petticoat in India?

Operation Petticoat is not on subscription streaming in India right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

▸Where can I watch Operation Petticoat in the US?

In the US, Operation Petticoat is streaming on Hoopla, Pluto TV, and YouTube Free, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

▸Where can I watch Operation Petticoat in the UK?

In the UK, Operation Petticoat is streaming on Channel 4 Plus, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video.

▸What language is Operation Petticoat in?

Operation Petticoat is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

▸How long is Operation Petticoat?

Operation Petticoat runs 2 hours 4 minutes (124 minutes).

▸What is Operation Petticoat rated?

Operation Petticoat is rated PG. It holds a 7.2/10 audience score from 436 ratings.

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