The Sound Barrier
Originally released in 1952. The Sound Barrier is a drama/romance film. directed by David Lean.
Starring Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd, and Nigel Patrick
Synopsis
A young RAF pilot tests his father-in-law’s prototype supersonic aircraft to the limit, at a time of intense development in the field of aviation, just as commercial jet airliners are about to enter service.
Quick Facts
Release Date
July 22, 1952
73 years ago
Runtime
1h 57m
117 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (57 votes)
Budget
$275K
Production budget
Box Office
$235K
0.9x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $275,000
- Revenue
- $235,000
Production Companies
- London Films Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Sound Barrier about?
A young RAF pilot tests his father-in-law’s prototype supersonic aircraft to the limit, at a time of intense development in the field of aviation, just as commercial jet airliners are about to en...
Who directed The Sound Barrier?
The Sound Barrier was directed by David Lean.
How long is The Sound Barrier?
The Sound Barrier has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
When was The Sound Barrier released?
The Sound Barrier was released on July 22, 1952 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Sound Barrier?
The main cast of The Sound Barrier includes Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd, Nigel Patrick, John Justin, Dinah Sheridan.