Above the Clouds (1933): cast, story & where to watch

1933 · Film

Above the Clouds poster

Released in 1933, Above the Clouds is an action and drama film directed by Roy William Neill, running about 68 minutes.

What it’s about. Robert Armstrong stars as Scoop Adams, an ace newsreel cameraman whose love affair with the bottle all but destroys him professionally. Scoop manages to get his photographer pal Dick (Richard Cromwell) fired as well, but he promises to restore Dick's reputation, some way or another. He gets his chance while covering a dirigible wreck (some three years before the Hindenburg), saving the day for both Dick and himself.

Who’s in it. Above the Clouds stars Robert Armstrong as Scoop Adams, Dorothy Wilson as Connie, Richard Cromwell as Dick Robinson and Edmund Breese as Crusty, among others.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Above the Clouds page.

If you liked it. Fans of Above the Clouds tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Above the Clouds (1933)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Above the Clouds change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Who stars in Above the Clouds?
Above the Clouds stars Robert Armstrong, Dorothy Wilson, Richard Cromwell, Edmund Breese and Morgan Wallace.
When was Above the Clouds released?
Above the Clouds was released in 1933, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.