The Fighting Lady
“Photographed in Zones of Combat by Men of U.S. Navy”
Synopsis
Oscar winner William Wyler directed this 1944 "newsdrama," narrated by Lieut. Robert Taylor, USNR (Bataan), and photographed in zones of combat by the U.S. Navy. The film follows one of the many new aircraft carriers built since Pearl Harbor, known as THE FIGHTING LADY in honor of all American carriers, as it goes into action against the Japanese in the Pacific Ocean in 1943. See the ship and its pilots undergo their baptism of fire, attacking the Japanese base on Marcus Island. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
December 21, 1944
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Edward Steichen, William Wyler
- Screenplay & Story
- John S. Martin, Eugene Ling
- Original Title
- The Fighting Lady
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Production Studios
- United States Navy
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Edward Steichen, William Wyler
John S. Martin, Eugene Ling
Department Leadership Roster
Edward Steichen
Director
John S. Martin
Writer
Eugene Ling
Writer
William Wyler
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Fighting Lady
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What is The Fighting Lady about?
Oscar winner William Wyler directed this 1944 "newsdrama," narrated by Lieut. Robert Taylor, USNR (Bataan), and photographed in zones of combat by the U.S. Navy. The film follows one of the many new aircraft carriers built since Pearl Harbor, known as THE FIGHTING LADY in honor of all American carriers, as it goes into action against the Japanese in the Pacific Ocean in 1943. See the ship and its pilots undergo their baptism of fire, attacking the Japanese base on Marcus Island. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with The Film Foundation.
Who directed The Fighting Lady?
The Fighting Lady was directed by Edward Steichen, William Wyler.
Who stars in The Fighting Lady?
The principal cast of The Fighting Lady includes Charles Boyer, Robert Taylor, John S. McCain, Joesph J. Clark, Dixie Kiefer.
When was The Fighting Lady released and how long is it?
The Fighting Lady was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 1m.