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1952-10-26 · 83 min · ★ 4.6

Drama · Action · War

A rock hard commander trains Navy Carrier Pilots during the Second World War

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Directors
Lesley Selander
Production companies
Monogram Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Sterling HaydenSterling HaydenCommander Dan Collier
Richard CarlsonRichard CarlsonLt. (j.g.) Joe Rodgers
William PhippsWilliam PhippsRed Kelley
John BromfieldJohn BromfieldEns. Snakehips McKay
Keith LarsenKeith LarsenEns. Barney Smith / Barney Oldfield
William SchallertWilliam SchallertEns. Longfellow
Phyllis CoatesPhyllis CoatesDorothy Collier
Dave WillockDave WillockWillie
Walter CoyWalter CoyAir Group Commander
Todd KarnsTodd KarnsJudge
William TannenWilliam TannenCommander (uncredited)
James BestJames BestRadio Operator

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