Yellow Jack

May. 19,1938      NR
Rating:
6.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

A fairly accurate historical account of Walter Reed's search for the cause of "Yellow Jack" or Yellow Fever and those who risked their lives in the pursuit.

Robert Montgomery as  John O'Hara
Virginia Bruce as  Frances Blake
Lewis Stone as  Maj. Walter Reed
Andy Devine as  Charlie Spill
Henry Hull as  Dr. Jesse Lazear
Charles Coburn as  Dr. Finlay
Buddy Ebsen as  Jellybeans
Henry O'Neill as  Gorgas
Janet Beecher as  Miss Macdade
William Henry as  Breen

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Reviews

Doomtomylo
1938/05/19

a film so unique, intoxicating and bizarre that it not only demands another viewing, but is also forgivable as a satirical comedy where the jokes eventually take the back seat.

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Brendon Jones
1938/05/20

It’s fine. It's literally the definition of a fine movie. You’ve seen it before, you know every beat and outcome before the characters even do. Only question is how much escapism you’re looking for.

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Deanna
1938/05/21

There are moments in this movie where the great movie it could've been peek out... They're fleeting, here, but they're worth savoring, and they happen often enough to make it worth your while.

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Phillipa
1938/05/22

Strong acting helps the film overcome an uncertain premise and create characters that hold our attention absolutely.

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