Poor Man's Spitfire(2026)
A 1953 De Havilland Chipmunk's return to the skies.
Poor Man's Spitfire Synopsis
Some projects grab you and don't let go. Following Chipmunk 65 back to the sky has been one of those - two years of patient work, problem-solving, and persistence, captured alongside the people who know these aircraft best.
Poor Man's Spitfire (2026) is a documentary film directed by Damian Christie, released on April 2, 2026 with a runtime of 32m. It stars Vaughn Davis, Stan Smith and Iain McCoubrey.
- Director:
- Damian Christie
- Producers:
- Damian Christie
- Cinematographer:
- Dan Wharton
- Production:
- The Goat Farm, Aotearoa Science Agency
- Status:
- Released
Poor Man's Spitfire (2026) Trailer
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Poor Man's Spitfire Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Damian Christie, produced by Damian Christie.
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Poor Man's Spitfire – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in Poor Man's Spitfire?
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The main cast of Poor Man's Spitfire (2026) includes Vaughn Davis, Stan Smith and Iain McCoubrey. The film was directed by Damian Christie. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Poor Man's Spitfire released?
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Poor Man's Spitfire was released on April 2, 2026 and runs for 32m.
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