The Flight of the Phoenix
"Theirs was the triumph - yours, the excitement!"
Originally released in 1965. The Flight of the Phoenix is a adventure/drama film. directed by Robert Aldrich. With a runtime of 2h 22m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring James Stewart, Richard Attenborough, and Peter Finch
Synopsis
A cargo aircraft crashes in a sandstorm in the Sahara with less than a dozen men on board. One of the passengers is an airplane designer who comes up with the idea of ripping off the undamaged wing and using it as the basis for a replacement aircraft they need to build before their food and water run out.
Quick Facts
Release Date
December 15, 1965
60 years ago
Runtime
2h 22m
142 minutes total
User Rating
7.2/10
Great (355 votes)
Budget
$5.4M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $5,355,000
Production Companies
- The Associates & Aldrich Company
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Flight of the Phoenix about?
A cargo aircraft crashes in a sandstorm in the Sahara with less than a dozen men on board. One of the passengers is an airplane designer who comes up with the idea of ripping off the undamaged wing...
Who directed The Flight of the Phoenix?
The Flight of the Phoenix was directed by Robert Aldrich.
How long is The Flight of the Phoenix?
The Flight of the Phoenix has a runtime of 2 hours and 22 minutes (142 minutes total).
When was The Flight of the Phoenix released?
The Flight of the Phoenix was released on December 15, 1965 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Flight of the Phoenix?
The main cast of The Flight of the Phoenix includes James Stewart, Richard Attenborough, Peter Finch, Hardy Krüger, Ernest Borgnine.
Is The Flight of the Phoenix worth watching?
The Flight of the Phoenix has a user rating of 7.2/10 based on 355 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.