The Gypsy Moths
“The Gypsy Moths fall fast. They can't stop risking their lives - not even for their down-to-earth women.”
Synopsis
Three skydivers and their travelling thrill show barnstorm through a small midwestern town one Fourth of July weekend.
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The Gypsy Moths (1969) Official Trailer - Gene Hackman, Burt Lancaster Movie HD
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-01
Top Cast
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Burt Lancaster
Mike Rettig
Deborah Kerr
Elizabeth Brandon
Gene Hackman
Joe Browdy
Scott Wilson
Malcolm Webson
Sheree North
Waitress
Bonnie Bedelia
Annie Burke
William Windom
John Brandon
Carl Reindel
Pilot
Ford Rainey
Stand Owner
John Napier
Dick Donford
Wendell Burton
Man in Strip Club Ordering a Drink (uncredited)
Thom Conroy
Band Leader (uncredited)
Patty Plenty
Topless Dancer (uncredited)
Amzie Strickland
Women's Club Member (uncredited)
Bill Zuckert
Magistrate (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
August 29, 1969
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Frankenheimer
- Screenplay & Story
- William Hanley
- Original Score
- Elmer Bernstein
- Original Title
- The Gypsy Moths
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 47m
- Production Studios
- John Frankenheimer Productions Inc., Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Edward Lewis Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Frankenheimer
William Hanley, James Drought
Elmer Bernstein
Philip H. Lathrop
Henry Berman
Hal Landers, Bobby Roberts, Edward Lewis
Department Leadership Roster
John Frankenheimer
Director
William Hanley
Screenplay
Hal Landers
Producer
Henry Berman
Editor
Bobby Roberts
Producer
Philip H. Lathrop
Director of Photography
Bill Thomas
Costume Design
Elmer Bernstein
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Gypsy Moths
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Gypsy Moths about?
Three skydivers and their travelling thrill show barnstorm through a small midwestern town one Fourth of July weekend.
Who directed The Gypsy Moths?
The Gypsy Moths was directed by John Frankenheimer.
Who stars in The Gypsy Moths?
The principal cast of The Gypsy Moths includes Burt Lancaster, Deborah Kerr, Gene Hackman, Scott Wilson, Sheree North.
When was The Gypsy Moths released and how long is it?
The Gypsy Moths was released in 1969 with a total runtime of 1h 47m.
Who composed the musical score for The Gypsy Moths?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Gypsy Moths was composed by Elmer Bernstein.
Is The Gypsy Moths based on a book or true story?
The Gypsy Moths is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Drought".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Gypsy Moths?
The Gypsy Moths holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.).