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John Carroll
Jerry Blackwood
Lona Andre
Helen Gage
John Elliott
Doctor Norris
Henry Hall
Henry Goering
Leon Ames
Carl Goering
Willard Kent
Inspector Gallagher
Pat Somerset
Capt. Roland Saunders
Reed Howes
Lieut. John Ives
Wheeler Oakman
Lieut. Douglas Thompson
Gaston Glass
Lieut. Rene La Rue
Hans Joby
Lieut. Baron von Guttard
Forrest Taylor
Survivor
John S. Peters
Lt. Baron von Guttard
Release History & Theatrical Window
December 1, 1936
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Elmer Clifton
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles R. Condon
- Original Title
- Pilot X
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 9m
- Production Studios
- Fanchon Royer Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Elmer Clifton
Charles R. Condon
Arthur Reed, James Diamond
Carl Himm
Fanchon Royer
Department Leadership Roster
Elmer Clifton
Director
Charles R. Condon
Screenplay
Fanchon Royer
Producer
Carl Himm
Editor
Arthur Reed
Director of Photography
James Diamond
Director of Photography
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
G: General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
International Certification Matrix
General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.
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Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pilot X.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Pilot X
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Pilot X about?
Aircraft are being shot down by a large black plane with a big "X" painted on the wing. The chief suspects are invited for the weekend to an old dark mansion.
Who directed Pilot X?
Pilot X was directed by Elmer Clifton.
Who stars in Pilot X?
The principal cast of Pilot X includes John Carroll, Lona Andre, John Elliott, Henry Hall, Leon Ames.
When was Pilot X released and how long is it?
Pilot X was released in 1936 with a total runtime of 1h 9m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Pilot X?
Pilot X holds official age classifications: US: G (General Audiences — All ages admitted. Nothing offensive for children.).