

Two Yanks in Trinidad
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Synopsis
The Two Yanks in Trinidad are gangsters Tim Reardon (Pat O'Brien) and Vince Barrows (Brian Donlevy), who split up over a disagreement and join the army, Tim to escape Vince's wrath and Vince to get his lunch-hooks on Tim. Both of our heroes run afoul of Army discipline and protocol in general, and tough top sergeant Valentine (Donald MacBride).
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Pat O'Brien
Tim Reardon
Brian Donlevy
Vince Barrows
Janet Blair
Patricia Dare
Roger Clark
James W. Buckingham III
Donald MacBride
Sgt. Valentine
John Emery
Chicago Hagen
Frank Jenks
Joe Scavenger
Frank Sully
Mike Paradise
Veda Ann Borg
Bubbles
Clyde Fillmore
Col. Powers
Dick Curtis
Sea Captain
Sig Arno
Maitre D'
George Allen
Seaman (uncredited)
Warren Ashe
Capt. Fleming (uncredited)
William Benedict
Messenger (uncredited)
James Blaine
Sergeant (uncredited)
Earle D. Bunn
Seaman (uncredited)
Ken Christy
Army Officer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 26, 1942
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Gregory Ratoff
- Screenplay & Story
- Sy Bartlett, Richard Carroll, Harry Segall
- Original Score
- John Leipold
- Original Title
- Two Yanks in Trinidad
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 24m
- Production Studios
- Columbia Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Gregory Ratoff
Sy Bartlett, Richard Carroll, Harry Segall
John Leipold
Philip Tannura
Department Leadership Roster
Gregory Ratoff
Director
Sy Bartlett
Screenplay
Richard Carroll
Screenplay
Harry Segall
Screenplay
John Leipold
Original Music Composer
Philip Tannura
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Two Yanks in Trinidad
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Two Yanks in Trinidad about?
The Two Yanks in Trinidad are gangsters Tim Reardon (Pat O'Brien) and Vince Barrows (Brian Donlevy), who split up over a disagreement and join the army, Tim to escape Vince's wrath and Vince to get his lunch-hooks on Tim. Both of our heroes run afoul of Army discipline and protocol in general, and tough top sergeant Valentine (Donald MacBride).
Who directed Two Yanks in Trinidad?
Two Yanks in Trinidad was directed by Gregory Ratoff.
Who stars in Two Yanks in Trinidad?
The principal cast of Two Yanks in Trinidad includes Pat O'Brien, Brian Donlevy, Janet Blair, Roger Clark, Donald MacBride.
When was Two Yanks in Trinidad released and how long is it?
Two Yanks in Trinidad was released in 1942 with a total runtime of 1h 24m.
Who composed the musical score for Two Yanks in Trinidad?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Two Yanks in Trinidad was composed by John Leipold.




















