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8.0 / 10(1 votes)IMDb19641h 20mUnited States of America

A Yank in Viet-Nam

“The FIRST searing story of the VIET-NAM WAR!”

Synopsis

A U.S. Marine Corps pilot is shot down over the Vietnamese jungle. In his endeavor to get to safety, he meets a female guerrilla fighter and a nationalist named Hong.

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

February 5, 1964

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Marshall Thompson
Screenplay & Story
Jack Lewis
Original Score
Richard LaSalle
Original Title
A Yank in Viet-Nam
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 20m
Production Studios
Kingman Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Marshall Thompson

Screenplay & Story

Jack Lewis, Jane Wardell

Original Score & Music

Richard LaSalle

Film Editing

Orven Schanzer, Basil Wrangell

Producers

Wray Davis

Department Leadership Roster

Marshall Thompson

Marshall Thompson

Director

Jack Lewis

Screenplay

Jane Wardell

Writer

Wray Davis

Producer

Orven Schanzer

Editor

Basil Wrangell

Editor

Rynol Dahlman

Costume Design

Official cinematic photography and background stills for A Yank in Viet-Nam.

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Frequently Asked Questions About A Yank in Viet-Nam

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is A Yank in Viet-Nam about?

A U.S. Marine Corps pilot is shot down over the Vietnamese jungle. In his endeavor to get to safety, he meets a female guerrilla fighter and a nationalist named Hong.

Who directed A Yank in Viet-Nam?

A Yank in Viet-Nam was directed by Marshall Thompson.

Who stars in A Yank in Viet-Nam?

The principal cast of A Yank in Viet-Nam includes Marshall Thompson, Pancho Magalona, Mario Barri, Kieu Chinh, Drew Urban.

When was A Yank in Viet-Nam released and how long is it?

A Yank in Viet-Nam was released in 1964 with a total runtime of 1h 20m.

Who composed the musical score for A Yank in Viet-Nam?

The original motion picture soundtrack for A Yank in Viet-Nam was composed by Richard LaSalle.