I first saw this movie at the theater upon its release. For the most part it has aged well, some spots not so much. The main plus of this edition is the addition of 17 minutes of footage which makes it the definitive Version. Bill Murray decides to be all that he can be -- and it ain't pretty -- in this hit comedy. John Winger (Murray) is a quick-witted but unambitious loser who comes home after getting fired to discover that his car has been repossessed and his girlfriend is leaving him. With no idea of what to do next, John and his best friend Russell Ziskey (Harold Ramis) impulsively join the Army, more as a practical joke than a career goal. John and Russell find themselves in basic training under the hard-nosed and impatient Sgt. Hulka (Warren Oates), who is stuck with an outfit of goofballs, including overweight Ox (John Candy), naive Cruiser (John Deihl), perpetually stoned Elmo (Judge Reinhold), and the appropriately-nicknamed Psycho (Conrad Dunn). The platoon succeeds in impressing the generals spite of themselves, and John and Russell even find time to romance two pretty female MPs, Stella (P.J. Soles) and Louise (Sean Young). However, when John and Russell commandeer a high-tech military vehicle for a European weekend getaway with the girls, they happen into Soviet territory and stumble into an international incident. Special Features include a commentary track and a two part documentary featuring interviews with the cast (including Bill Murray).. It's a real treat to see Murray, John Candy & Harold Ramis in their younger days and there are many laugh out loud moments. The Steeelbook itself has a very colorful, eye-catching look and is one of the Project Pop Art Limited edition series.

A comedic spin on Army life from the talents of Saturday Night Live. This was made during the early days of Bill Murray and Harold Ramis, directed by Ivan Reitman. It tells the story of two guys, who are going nowhere, decide to join the Army. From there, they experience the trials and tribulations of basic training. Barely passing their performance, the band of Army misfits are shipped to Italy on a secret mission. They are tasked to guard an armored carrier that, eventually, will be used to infiltrate a Soviet base. Later, upon returning to the US, the heroes are awarded the Distinguished Service Cross. It's a highly enjoyable film.

Remember seeing on the big screen but not the extended cut which is much better. Had to get the steelbook before they are gone.

This was a huge step up from the previous DVD I had. No DNR, mostly crisp picture (I'm sure the 4K version is better), and decent use of HDR colors. The artwork on the outside of the steelbook is very nice, however, was disappointed to see nothing whatsoever on the inside cover.

This is a funny movie great acting, and a very young Bill Murray, and Harold Ramis movie that is in my collection