Wings of Chance
“A pilot, trapped in an uncharted wilderness, stakes his life on the frail wings of a wild bird! The message it carries was his last hope for rescue!”
Synopsis
Red Kirby is a seasoned bush pilot. When he crash lands his plane near a remote lake in northern Alberta, he is initially optimistic that he will soon be rescued. However, as the months drag by, Kirby realizes that he must take his fate into his own hands. To combat the loneliness, he befriends a family of Canada geese.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 1, 1961
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eddie Dew
- Screenplay & Story
- John Patrick Gillese, Patrick Whyte
- Original Title
- Wings of Chance
- Country of Origin
- Canada
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Tiger Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eddie Dew
John Patrick Gillese, Patrick Whyte
Department Leadership Roster
Eddie Dew
Director
Patrick Whyte
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Wings of Chance
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Wings of Chance about?
Red Kirby is a seasoned bush pilot. When he crash lands his plane near a remote lake in northern Alberta, he is initially optimistic that he will soon be rescued. However, as the months drag by, Kirby realizes that he must take his fate into his own hands. To combat the loneliness, he befriends a family of Canada geese.
Who directed Wings of Chance?
Wings of Chance was directed by Eddie Dew.
Who stars in Wings of Chance?
The principal cast of Wings of Chance includes James Brown, Frances Rafferty, Richard Tretter, Patrick Whyte.
When was Wings of Chance released and how long is it?
Wings of Chance was released in 1961 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.
Is Wings of Chance based on a book or true story?
Wings of Chance is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "John Patrick Gillese".