Yanks (1979)
Overview
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.
Where to watch Yanks
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video | Apple TV, CosmoGo, YouTube, Amazon Video |
| Spain | Filmin | — | — |
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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 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. Yanks is a Romance, Drama, War movie, released on 1979-09-19, runtime 138 minutes.
Is Yanks worth watching?
TMDB users rate Yanks 5.9 out of 10 from 67 ratings. Reviews are mixed.
Where can I watch Yanks?
In Spain, Yanks streams on Filmin. The table on this page lists 2 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
John Schlesinger
Cast
- Richard Gere as Matt Dyson
- Lisa Eichhorn as Jean Moreton
- Vanessa Redgrave as Helen
- William Devane as John
- Chick Vennera as Danny Ruffelo
- Wendy Morgan as Mollie
- Rachel Roberts as Mrs. Clarrie Moreton
- Tony Melody as Mr. Jim Moreton
- Derek Thompson as Ken
- Arlen Dean Snyder as Henry
- Joan Hickson as Mrs. Moody
- Annie Ross as Red Cross lady
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Sources
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