Set during
World War II, the series chronicled the adventures of the crew of the USS
Reluctant AK-601 cargo ship. Produced by
Warner Bros. Television,
Mister Roberts was executive produced by
William T. Orr. The series' theme song was composed by
Frank Perkins. Lieutenant Roberts found life on a cargo ship monotonous, and he wanted to get transferred to another ship so he could participate more fully in the war effort. Ensign Pulver was constantly trying to liven up the ship's routine, and most of the crew were looking for ways to drive stern Captain Morton out of his mind. ==Cast==