

Wings for the Eagle
1942-07-18 · 84 min · ★ 6.1
Aircraft workers during during World War II become involved in a love triangle.
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- Directors
- Lloyd Bacon
- Production companies
- First National Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Ann SheridanRoma Maple
Dennis MorganCorky 'Cork' Jones
Jack CarsonBrad Maple
George TobiasJake Hanso
Don DeForeGil Borden
John RidgelyAlec Johnson
Frank WilcoxSupervisor Stark
Russell ArmsPete Hanso
Tom FaddenTom 'Cyclone' ShawTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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