Yanks
"In 1942 everyone loved a soldier"
Originally released in 1979. Yanks is a romance/drama film. directed by John Schlesinger. With a runtime of 2h 18m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Richard Gere, Lisa Eichhorn, and Vanessa Redgrave
Synopsis
During WWII, the United States set up army bases in Great Britain as part of the war effort. Against their proper sensibilities, many of the Brits don't much like the brash Yanks, especially when it comes to the G.I.s making advances on the lonely British girls. One relationship that develops is between married John, an Army Captain, and the aristocratic Helen, whose naval husband is away at war. Helen loves her husband, but Helen and John are looking for some comfort during the difficult times.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 19, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
2h 18m
138 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (61 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
Germany
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- CIP Filmproduktion GmbH
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yanks about?
During WWII, the United States set up army bases in Great Britain as part of the war effort. Against their proper sensibilities, many of the Brits don't much like the brash Yanks, especially when i...
Who directed Yanks?
Yanks was directed by John Schlesinger.
How long is Yanks?
Yanks has a runtime of 2 hours and 18 minutes (138 minutes total).
When was Yanks released?
Yanks was released on September 19, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Yanks?
The main cast of Yanks includes Richard Gere, Lisa Eichhorn, Vanessa Redgrave, William Devane, Chick Vennera.