Where to watch They Were Expendable (1945) in the UK
They Were Expendable (1945) is not currently on UK subscription streaming. It can also be rented from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube or bought from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube. Last verified on 8 May 2026 by ScreenSearch.
A Tribute to Those Who Did So Much... With So Little!
After a demonstration of new PT boats, navy brass are still unconvinced of their viability in combat, leaving Lt. "Rusty" Ryan frustrated. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, however, Ryan and his buddy Lt. Brickley are told they can finally take their squadron into battle. The PT boats quickly prove their worth, successfully shooting down Japanese planes, relaying messages between islands, and picking off a multitude of enemy ships.
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Robert MontgomeryLt. John Brickley -
John WayneLt. (J.G.) 'Rusty' Ryan -
Donna ReedLt. Sandy Davyss -
Jack HoltGeneral Martin -
Ward Bond"Boats" Mulcahey, Chief Boatswain's Mate -
Marshall ThompsonEns. 'Snake' Gardner -
Paul LangtonEns. 'Andy' Andrews -
Leon AmesMajor James Morton
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They Were Expendable (1945) is not currently included in any UK subscription service. It is available to rent on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube and buy on Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, Sky Store, and YouTube in the United Kingdom.
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