Plot — What is Wetbacks about?
Former Coastguardsmen Jim Benson is about to lose his boat when a couple approaches him for a fishing charter. Jim departs just ahead of the Sherrif with drunken Shanks, and his companion Sally (Gates). Shanks takes off into a small Mexican village after a fight with Jim, stranding both Sally and him with no money. Two local men hear of Jim's plight, and offer him money to smuggle a batch of illegal aliens, called Wetbacks, into the U.S. He agrees but is blackmailed into continuing to run the smuggling operation. Afraid, Jim decides to make a run for it, but someone close to him reveals themselves as a US Immigration agent and asks him to assist them in shutting down the smugglers for good.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1956 |
| Genre | Drama, Crime |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 89 min |
| Audience Score | 59% (5.9/10, 7 votes) |
Wetbacks — FAQ
Is Wetbacks worth watching? Wetbacks holds a 5.9/10 rating from 7 viewers. Former Coastguardsmen Jim Benson is about to lose his boat when a couple approaches him for a fishing charter. Jim departs just ahead of the Sherrif with drunken Shanks, and his companion Sally (Gates). Shanks takes off
Who directed Wetbacks? Directed by Hank McCune.
Who is in the cast of Wetbacks? It stars Lloyd Bridges, Nancy Gates, Barton MacLane, John Hoyt, Harold Peary, Nacho Galindo and more.
Where can I stream Wetbacks? You can stream Wetbacks on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads. Availability may vary by region.
When did Wetbacks release? It released in 1956.
