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Adventure Cult Classic

Two teens face nature and themselves on a 2000-mile voyage from California to Hawaii.

VOYAGE OF THE YES

1973 · 1h 15m · NR · Adventure / Drama · IMDB TMDB

Two teenagers set out on a 2000-mile sailboat journey from California to Hawaii and en route combat the natural challenges and their inner shortcomings.

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What is Voyage of the Yes about?

Voyage of the Yes is a 1973 American adventure drama film directed by Lee H. Katzin about two teenagers attempting a 2000-mile sailboat journey from California to Hawaii and confronting both natural challenges and personal shortcomings.

Programmer's Pick

Sailing across the Pacific isn’t just a matter of wind and water—especially when teenage angst is along for the ride. Where else are you going to see Desi Arnaz Jr. and Mike Evans try to outmaneuver the ocean and their own hang-ups in equal measure?

— SassyFlix Programmer

Overview

Voyage of the Yes follows two teenagers as they take on the daunting task of sailing a small boat all the way from California to Hawaii—a 2000-mile test of endurance, skill, and nerve. Barely out of high school, Cal Markwell and Orlando B. Parker set off with nothing but youthful determination and the open sea ahead. Along their passage, they're forced to navigate not just fickle tides and unpredictable weather, but also the stormy waters of their own personalities. The film weaves themes of survival, personal growth, and the evolving dynamics between the two young sailors, with their journey highlighting both the physical and emotional demands of such an ambitious voyage.

Details & Specs

Director
Lee H. Katzin
Writer
Bill Stratton
Release
1973
Runtime
1h 15m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
Genres
Adventure, Drama

Cast & Crew

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Director: Lee H. Katzin Writer: Bill Stratton
Desi Arnaz Jr. Desi Arnaz Jr. Cal Markwell Mike Evans Mike Evans Orlando B. Parker Beverly Garland Beverly Garland Agatha Markwell Skip Homeier Skip Homeier Arnold Markwell Della Reese Della Reese Opal Parker Steve Franken Steve Franken Doctor DP Dick Powell Jr. Dick Stanwood SM Scoey Mitchell Pretty

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Why Cult

Teen Survival at Sea

Watch two young protagonists grapple with both the elements and themselves on an epic nautical test.

Race Relations Angle

The film explores the complexities of race relations between its central characters during a high-stakes voyage.

Music and Guitar Scenes

Guitar playing and singing feature in the narrative, adding a melodic layer to the drama.

Realistic Boat Challenges

Natural obstacles and accidents heighten the authenticity of life on a sailboat far from land.

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Questions from the Vault

When was Voyage of the Yes released? +

Voyage of the Yes was released in 1973.

Who directed Voyage of the Yes? +

Voyage of the Yes was directed by Lee H. Katzin.

How long is Voyage of the Yes? +

The runtime of Voyage of the Yes is 75 minutes.

What genre is Voyage of the Yes? +

Voyage of the Yes is an adventure drama film.

Where can I watch Voyage of the Yes? +

Voyage of the Yes is available for streaming on SassyFlix.

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