A Yank on the Burma Road (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 4
Released in 1942, A Yank on the Burma Road is a drama, adventure and war film directed by George B. Seitz, running about 67 minutes. “A Dangerous Girl! A Dangerous Guy! Hold Tight - It's Terrific!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A celebrated New York cabbie is pressed into service for a perilous journey through World War II China.
Who’s in it. A Yank on the Burma Road stars Laraine Day as Mrs. Gail Farwood, Barry Nelson as Joe Tracey, Stuart Crawford as Tom Farwood and Keye Luke as Kim How, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, A Yank on the Burma Road has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Yank on the Burma Road page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Yank on the Burma Road tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Yank on the Burma Road (1942)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Yank on the Burma Road change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is A Yank on the Burma Road worth watching?
- A Yank on the Burma Road holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Yank on the Burma Road?
- A Yank on the Burma Road stars Laraine Day, Barry Nelson, Stuart Crawford, Keye Luke and Victor Sen Yung.
- When was A Yank on the Burma Road released?
- A Yank on the Burma Road was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.