Reach for the Sky
Synopsis
The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2012-05-22
Top Cast
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Kenneth More
Douglas Bader
Muriel Pavlow
Thelma Bader
Lyndon Brook
Johnny Sanderson
Lee Patterson
Turner
Alexander Knox
Mr. Joyce
Dorothy Alison
Nurse Brace
Michael Warre
Harry Day
Sydney Tafler
Robert Desoutter
Howard Marion-Crawford
'Woody' Woodhall
Jack Watling
Peel
Walter Hudd
Air Vice-Marshal Halahan
Ernest Clark
Wing Commander Beiseigel
Nigel Green
Streatfeild
Anne Leon
Sister Thornhill
Charles Carson
Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding
Ronald Adam
Air Vice-Marshal Leigh-Mallory
Basil Appleby
Crowley-Milling
Philip Stainton
Police Constable
Release History & Theatrical Window
July 10, 1956
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lewis Gilbert
- Screenplay & Story
- Lewis Gilbert
- Original Score
- John Addison
- Original Title
- Reach for the Sky
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Production Studios
- The Rank Organisation, Angel Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lewis Gilbert
Lewis Gilbert, Paul Brickhill
John Addison
Jack Asher
John Shirley
Daniel M. Angel
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel M. Angel
Producer
Lewis Gilbert
Director
Lewis Gilbert
Screenplay
Jack Asher
Director of Photography
John Shirley
Editor
Julie Harris
Costume Design
John Addison
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Reach for the Sky
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What is Reach for the Sky about?
The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.
Who directed Reach for the Sky?
Reach for the Sky was directed by Lewis Gilbert.
Who stars in Reach for the Sky?
The principal cast of Reach for the Sky includes Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson, Alexander Knox.
When was Reach for the Sky released and how long is it?
Reach for the Sky was released in 1956 with a total runtime of 2h 15m.
Who composed the musical score for Reach for the Sky?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Reach for the Sky was composed by John Addison.
Is Reach for the Sky based on a book or true story?
Reach for the Sky is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Paul Brickhill".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Reach for the Sky?
Reach for the Sky holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).