The Flying Fleet
Synopsis
Six friends, all hoping to become aviators, are to graduate the next day from the United States Naval Academy. When the officer of the day becomes sick, Tommy Winslow has to take his place, while the others go out and celebrate.
Top Cast
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Ramon Novarro
Tommy Winslow
Ralph Graves
Steve Randall
Anita Page
Anita Hastings
Alfred Allen
Admiral (uncredited)
Wade Boteler
Shipwrecked Crewman (uncredited)
Bud Geary
Admiral's Aide (uncredited)
Sumner Getchell
Kewpie (uncredited)
Gardner James
Specs (uncredited)
Roscoe Karns
Shipwrecked Radio Operator (uncredited)
Claire McDowell
Mrs. Hastings (uncredited)
Edward Nugent
Midshipman Dizzy (uncredited)
Carroll Nye
Tex (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 19, 1929
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George W. Hill
- Screenplay & Story
- Richard Schayer
- Original Title
- The Flying Fleet
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George W. Hill
Richard Schayer, Frank Wead, Byron Morgan
Ira H. Morgan
Blanche Sewell
Department Leadership Roster
George W. Hill
Director
Ira H. Morgan
Director of Photography
Blanche Sewell
Editor
Richard Schayer
Screenplay
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Flying Fleet
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What is The Flying Fleet about?
Six friends, all hoping to become aviators, are to graduate the next day from the United States Naval Academy. When the officer of the day becomes sick, Tommy Winslow has to take his place, while the others go out and celebrate.
Who directed The Flying Fleet?
The Flying Fleet was directed by George W. Hill.
Who stars in The Flying Fleet?
The principal cast of The Flying Fleet includes Ramon Novarro, Ralph Graves, Anita Page, Alfred Allen, Wade Boteler.
When was The Flying Fleet released and how long is it?
The Flying Fleet was released in 1929 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.