Yanks
“In 1942 everyone loved a soldier”
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.
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Top Cast
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Richard Gere
Matt Dyson
Lisa Eichhorn
Jean Moreton
Vanessa Redgrave
Helen
William Devane
John
Chick Vennera
Danny Ruffelo
Wendy Morgan
Mollie
Rachel Roberts
Mrs. Clarrie Moreton
Tony Melody
Mr. Jim Moreton
Derek Thompson
Ken
Arlen Dean Snyder
Henry
Joan Hickson
Mrs. Moody
Annie Ross
Red Cross lady
Tom Nolan
Tom
John Ratzenberger
Cpl Cook
Martin Smith
Geoff
Philip Wileman
Billy
Simon Harrison
Tim
Andy Pantelidou
Cook
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 19, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Schlesinger
- Screenplay & Story
- Colin Welland, Walter Bernstein
- Original Score
- Richard Rodney Bennett
- Original Title
- Yanks
- Country of Origin
- Germany, United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Production Studios
- CIP Filmproduktion GmbH
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Schlesinger
Colin Welland, Walter Bernstein
Richard Rodney Bennett
Dick Bush
Jim Clark
Lester Persky, Joseph Janni
Department Leadership Roster
John Schlesinger
Director
Colin Welland
Screenplay
Lester Persky
Producer
Walter Bernstein
Screenplay
Jim Clark
Editor
Richard Rodney Bennett
Original Music Composer
Shirley Russell
Costume Design
Joseph Janni
Producer
Dick Bush
Director of Photography
Brian Morris
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Yanks
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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.
Who directed Yanks?
Yanks was directed by John Schlesinger.
Who stars in Yanks?
The principal cast of Yanks includes Richard Gere, Lisa Eichhorn, Vanessa Redgrave, William Devane, Chick Vennera.
When was Yanks released and how long is it?
Yanks was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 2h 18m.
Who composed the musical score for Yanks?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Yanks was composed by Richard Rodney Bennett.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Yanks?
Yanks holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).