Reach for the Sky

Jul 27 1956 Approved 2h 15m
Biography, Drama, War

The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.

Plot

The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.

Written by

Paul Brickhill, Lewis Gilbert, Vernon Harris

Directed by

Lewis Gilbert

Production Countries

United Kingdom

Production Companies

Angel Productions, The Rank Organisation

Languages

English

Awards

Won 1 BAFTA Award1 win & 4 nominations total

Scores
# of Votes
3,220
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA