A Yank at Eton (1942): cast, story & where to watch
1942 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1942, A Yank at Eton is a comedy and family film directed by Norman Taurog, running about 88 minutes. “It's Mickey's All-Time Topper!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An American playboy is sent to a British boarding school to learn discipline.
Who’s in it. A Yank at Eton stars Mickey Rooney as Timothy Dennis, Edmund Gwenn as Headmaster Justin, Ian Hunter as Roger Carlton and Freddie Bartholomew as Peter Carlton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, A Yank at Eton has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Yank at Eton page.
If you liked it. Fans of A Yank at Eton tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch A Yank at Eton (1942)?
- In US, A Yank at Eton is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is A Yank at Eton worth watching?
- A Yank at Eton holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in A Yank at Eton?
- A Yank at Eton stars Mickey Rooney, Edmund Gwenn, Ian Hunter, Freddie Bartholomew and Marta Linden.
- When was A Yank at Eton released?
- A Yank at Eton was released in 1942, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.