The Yanks Are Coming
“Those Yanks are on the way... in a patriotic musical to stir your blood!”
Synopsis
A popular band joins the army with the idea of putting on shows for troops overseas. During rehearsals, a battle erupts and the musicians must exchange their musical instruments for guns and fight.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 9, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alexis Thurn-Taxis
- Screenplay & Story
- Tony Stern, Edward E. Kaye, Lew Pollack, Arthur St. Claire, Sherman L. Lowe
- Original Title
- The Yanks Are Coming
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- PRC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alexis Thurn-Taxis
Tony Stern, Edward E. Kaye, Lew Pollack, Arthur St. Claire, Sherman L. Lowe
Department Leadership Roster
Alexis Thurn-Taxis
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Yanks Are Coming
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What is The Yanks Are Coming about?
A popular band joins the army with the idea of putting on shows for troops overseas. During rehearsals, a battle erupts and the musicians must exchange their musical instruments for guns and fight.
Who directed The Yanks Are Coming?
The Yanks Are Coming was directed by Alexis Thurn-Taxis.
Who stars in The Yanks Are Coming?
The principal cast of The Yanks Are Coming includes Henry King, Mary Healy, Jack Heller, Maxie Rosenbloom, William Roberts.
When was The Yanks Are Coming released and how long is it?
The Yanks Are Coming was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.