The Flying Ace
Synopsis
A veteran World War I fighter pilot returns home a war hero and immediately regains his former job as a railroad company detective. His first case: recover a stolen satchel filled with $25,000 of company payroll, locate a missing employee, and capture a gang of railroad thieves.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 5, 1926
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Richard E. Norman
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard E. Norman
- Original Title
- The Flying Ace
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 5m
- Production Studios
- Norman Film Manufacturing Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Richard E. Norman
Richard E. Norman
Richard E. Norman
Department Leadership Roster
Richard E. Norman
Writer
Richard E. Norman
Director
Richard E. Norman
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Ace
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What is The Flying Ace about?
A veteran World War I fighter pilot returns home a war hero and immediately regains his former job as a railroad company detective. His first case: recover a stolen satchel filled with $25,000 of company payroll, locate a missing employee, and capture a gang of railroad thieves.
Who directed The Flying Ace?
The Flying Ace was directed by Richard E. Norman.
Who stars in The Flying Ace?
The principal cast of The Flying Ace includes Laurence Criner, Kathryn Boyd, Boise De Legge, Harold Platts, Lions Daniels.
When was The Flying Ace released and how long is it?
The Flying Ace was released in 1926 with a total runtime of 1h 5m.