The Aerodrome
Synopsis
In the future England is ruled by a fascist government, and one day the leaders begin the construction of a heavily guarded, mysterious airport. BBC adaptation of Rex Warner's 1941 novel of the same name. A stereotypical village in a somewhat alternative England is taken over wholesale by 'The Air Force.' Living in the village is young Roy, who has just learned he is not who he thought he was. Attempting to forge a new sense of identity, he joins the dashing Air Force, seduced by its dynamism and direct and brutal ways.
Top Cast
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Peter Firth
Roy
Dominic Jephcott
Flt. Lieut. Mark
Richard Briers
The Rector
Richard Johnson
Air Commander
Jill Bennett
Eustasia
Natalie Ogle
Bess
Mary MacLeod
Mary
Mary Peach
Florence
Derek Martin
Provo Sgt. Peters
Sheila Reid
Bess's Mother
Vass Anderson
R.W.
Phil Rose
Mac
Michael Percival
Fred
John Sharp
The Squire
Stephen Riddle
Flt. Lieut. Preston
Norman Scace
Visiting Vicar
Phillip Manikum
Village Constable
Anthony Langdon
Man in Church
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Giles Foster
- Screenplay & Story
- Rex Warner, Robin Chapman
- Original Score
- Carl Davis
- Original Title
- The Aerodrome
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Giles Foster
Rex Warner, Robin Chapman
Carl Davis
Kenneth MacMillan
Clare Douglas
Kenith Trodd, Keith Williams
Department Leadership Roster
Clare Douglas
Editor
Kenneth MacMillan
Director of Photography
Giles Foster
Director
Robin Chapman
Writer
Tim Harvey
Production Design
Geoff Powell
Production Design
Anushia Nieradzik
Costume Design
Kenith Trodd
Producer
Keith Williams
Producer
Carl Davis
Original Music Composer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Aerodrome
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Aerodrome about?
In the future England is ruled by a fascist government, and one day the leaders begin the construction of a heavily guarded, mysterious airport. BBC adaptation of Rex Warner's 1941 novel of the same name. A stereotypical village in a somewhat alternative England is taken over wholesale by 'The Air Force.' Living in the village is young Roy, who has just learned he is not who he thought he was. Attempting to forge a new sense of identity, he joins the dashing Air Force, seduced by its dynamism and direct and brutal ways.
Who directed The Aerodrome?
The Aerodrome was directed by Giles Foster.
Who stars in The Aerodrome?
The principal cast of The Aerodrome includes Peter Firth, Dominic Jephcott, Richard Briers, Richard Johnson, Jill Bennett.
When was The Aerodrome released and how long is it?
The Aerodrome was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.
Who composed the musical score for The Aerodrome?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Aerodrome was composed by Carl Davis.
Is The Aerodrome based on a book or true story?
The Aerodrome is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Rex Warner".