Reach for the Sky(1956)
Reach for the Sky Synopsis
The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.
Reach for the Sky (1956) is a war and drama film directed by Lewis Gilbert, released on July 5, 1956 with a runtime of 2h 15m. It stars Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook and Lee Patterson. Viewers rate it 6.9 out of 10 across 39 ratings.
- Director:
- Lewis Gilbert
- Writers:
- Lewis Gilbert, Paul Brickhill
- Producers:
- Daniel M. Angel
- Cinematographer:
- Jack Asher
- Composer:
- John Addison
- Production:
- The Rank Organisation, Angel Productions
- Status:
- Released
Reach for the Sky (1956) Trailer
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Reach for the Sky Trailer
Trailer
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Reach for the Sky Cast & Crew
Main cast
Kenneth More
as Douglas Bader
Muriel Pavlow
as Thelma Bader
Lyndon Brook
as Johnny Sanderson
Lee Patterson
as Turner
Alexander Knox
as Mr. Joyce
Dorothy Alison
as Nurse Brace
- Michael Warre
Michael Warre
as Harry Day
Sydney Tafler
as Robert Desoutter
Howard Marion-Crawford
as 'Woody' Woodhall
Jack Watling
as Peel
Walter Hudd
as Air Vice-Marshal Halahan
Ernest Clark
as Wing Commander Beiseigel
Key crew
Directed by Lewis Gilbert, written by Lewis Gilbert and Paul Brickhill, produced by Daniel M. Angel.
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Reach for the Sky Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.9/10 from 39 ratings.
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Reach for the Sky – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Reach for the Sky online?
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Reach for the Sky (1956) is currently available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. No subscription streaming option is listed right now, so availability may change.
Who stars in Reach for the Sky?
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The main cast of Reach for the Sky (1956) includes Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson and Alexander Knox. The film was directed by Lewis Gilbert. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Reach for the Sky released?
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Reach for the Sky was released on July 5, 1956 and runs for 2h 15m.
Is Reach for the Sky worth watching?
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Reach for the Sky (1956) holds an average rating of 6.9 out of 10 from 39 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy war and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Reach for the Sky?
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Yes. The official Reach for the Sky trailer is embedded in the trailer section of this page and plays instantly, no download or sign-up required.