Stunt Pilot
“MEN WITH WINGS and hearts without fear!”
Synopsis
The second of a series of four features Monogram made based on the comic strip by Hal Forrest (Universal also used the strip characters in two serials), finds a movie company shooting a war picture at Three Points airport, with Tailspin Tommy Tompkins as a stunt pilot in the film. Tommy is incensed by the complete disregard for human life shown by the film's director, Sheehan, and quits. Sheehan gets a replacement pilot named Earl Martin, who is known as a reckless pilot who will try an aerial stunt for a thrill. He hand Tommy get into a fight when Martin takes Betty Lou Barnes for a ride in a plane that is practically falling apart.
Part of the Tailspin Tommy
Stream the entire interconnected saga and experience every installment in chronological storyline order.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →
John Trent
Tailspin Tommy Tompkins
Marjorie Reynolds
Betty Lou Barnes
Milburn Stone
'Skeeter' Milligan
Jason Robards Sr.
Paul Smith
Pat O'Malley
Sheehan
George Meeker
Earl Martin
Wesley Barry
Glenn
George Cleveland
Sheriff
John Daheim
Tex
Tod Sterling
Charlie
Mary Field
Ethel
Buddy Cox
Bobby
Forrest Taylor
Doctor
David Newell
Radio Operator
Carleton Young
Reporter Trent
Ray Turner
The Porter
Jack Kirk
Crewman
Monte Rawlins
Sound Man Hanson
Release History & Theatrical Window
June 30, 1939
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Waggner
- Screenplay & Story
- Hal Forrest, Scott Darling, George Waggner
- Original Title
- Stunt Pilot
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- Monogram Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Waggner
Hal Forrest, Scott Darling, George Waggner
Department Leadership Roster
George Waggner
Director
Scott Darling
Writer
George Waggner
Writer
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
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Stunt Pilot.
Featured In Curated Collections
Editorial lists, community rankings, and cinematic collections featuring Stunt Pilot.
list7
Comic Strip Adaptations
These live-action feature films, TV movies, TV series and serial films are based on the world's comic strips (English language only) from 1920s to present.
Similar Titles to Stunt Pilot
Movies sharing stylistic DNA, tone, and thematic storytelling
4.4
5.5
7.2
4.0
6.5
6.7
6.3
6.7
5.6
6.3
6.5
6.8
7.1
7.6
3.2
3.0
4.5
More Like Stunt Pilot
Recommended titles matching themes, cast, and genres.
Frequently Asked Questions About Stunt Pilot
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Stunt Pilot about?
The second of a series of four features Monogram made based on the comic strip by Hal Forrest (Universal also used the strip characters in two serials), finds a movie company shooting a war picture at Three Points airport, with Tailspin Tommy Tompkins as a stunt pilot in the film. Tommy is incensed by the complete disregard for human life shown by the film's director, Sheehan, and quits. Sheehan gets a replacement pilot named Earl Martin, who is known as a reckless pilot who will try an aerial stunt for a thrill. He hand Tommy get into a fight when Martin takes Betty Lou Barnes for a ride in a plane that is practically falling apart.
Who directed Stunt Pilot?
Stunt Pilot was directed by George Waggner.
Who stars in Stunt Pilot?
The principal cast of Stunt Pilot includes John Trent, Marjorie Reynolds, Milburn Stone, Jason Robards Sr., Pat O'Malley.
When was Stunt Pilot released and how long is it?
Stunt Pilot was released in 1939 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.
Is Stunt Pilot based on a book or true story?
Stunt Pilot is adapted from the following source material: Characters: "Hal Forrest".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Stunt Pilot?
Stunt Pilot holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).