High Flyers
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Synopsis
Two men running a carnival airplane ride are hired to fly to retrieve what they think are photos for a reporter. Actually, they are retrieving diamonds stolen from a noted gem dealer. As it turns out, their plane crashes on the very estate of the dealer. Thinking the duo are police officers, the dealer offers his home for their convalescence from the accident. Meanwhile, the diamonds have been snatched by a kleptomaniac dog and buried on the estate. When the smugglers track down the pair, they try to convince the dealer that they are officials from an institution from which the two have escaped. Before long, the carnival fellows, the crooks, the gem dealer and his family, along with a platoon of cops, are tearing up the grounds to find where the dog has buried the diamonds.
Top Cast
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Robert Woolsey
Pierre Potkin
Bert Wheeler
Jerry Lane
Lupe Vélez
Juanita - the Maid
Marjorie Lord
Arlene Arlington
Margaret Dumont
Martha Arlington
Jack Carson
Dave Hanlon
Paul Harvey
Horace Arlington
Charles Judels
Mr. Fontaine
Lucien Prival
Mr. Panzer
Herbert Evans
Mr. Hartley
Herbert Clifton
Stone - the Butler
George Irving
Chief of Police
Stanley Blystone
Cop on Pier
Don Brodie
Accomplice on Boat
Mike Donovan
Radio Cop
Frank Fanning
Cop
Otto Fries
Fat Man on Kiddie Ride
Bud Geary
Sailor
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 7, 1937
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward F. Cline
- Screenplay & Story
- Byron Morgan, Benny Rubin, Bert Granet
- Original Score
- Roy Webb
- Original Title
- High Flyers
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 10m
- Production Studios
- RKO Radio Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward F. Cline
Byron Morgan, Benny Rubin, Bert Granet, Herman Ruby
Roy Webb
Jack MacKenzie
John Lockert
Lee S. Marcus
Department Leadership Roster
Edward F. Cline
Director
Byron Morgan
Screenplay
Benny Rubin
Screenplay
Renié
Costume Design
Bert Granet
Screenplay
Lee S. Marcus
Producer
John Lockert
Editor
Jack MacKenzie
Director of Photography
Roy Webb
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About High Flyers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is High Flyers about?
Two men running a carnival airplane ride are hired to fly to retrieve what they think are photos for a reporter. Actually, they are retrieving diamonds stolen from a noted gem dealer. As it turns out, their plane crashes on the very estate of the dealer. Thinking the duo are police officers, the dealer offers his home for their convalescence from the accident. Meanwhile, the diamonds have been snatched by a kleptomaniac dog and buried on the estate. When the smugglers track down the pair, they try to convince the dealer that they are officials from an institution from which the two have escaped. Before long, the carnival fellows, the crooks, the gem dealer and his family, along with a platoon of cops, are tearing up the grounds to find where the dog has buried the diamonds.
Who directed High Flyers?
High Flyers was directed by Edward F. Cline.
Who stars in High Flyers?
The principal cast of High Flyers includes Robert Woolsey, Bert Wheeler, Lupe Vélez, Marjorie Lord, Margaret Dumont.
When was High Flyers released and how long is it?
High Flyers was released in 1937 with a total runtime of 1h 10m.
Who composed the musical score for High Flyers?
The original motion picture soundtrack for High Flyers was composed by Roy Webb.
What is the age rating and content advisory for High Flyers?
High Flyers holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).