
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.
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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
Marshall Thompson
Jack Lewis, Jane Wardell
Richard LaSalle
Orven Schanzer, Basil Wrangell
Wray Davis
Department Leadership Roster
Marshall Thompson
Director
Jack Lewis
Screenplay
Jane Wardell
Writer
Wray Davis
Producer
Orven Schanzer
Editor
Basil Wrangell
Editor
Rynol Dahlman
Costume Design
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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.

















