Tail Spin (1939): cast, story & where to watch
1939 · Film · ★ 5.8
Released in 1939, Tail Spin is a drama film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 84 minutes. “WOMEN AIR RACES...Ripping the skies asunder with blinding speed.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Trixie is a female pilot looking to win a big race to advance her career. During one race, however, her plane becomes damaged, and she needs help to repair it. She meets a Navy pilot named "Tex" Price and tries to gain his aid. Tex soon meets another pilot, Gerry, a novice who seeks to win an important upcoming race. Tex, concerned for Gerry's safety, tries to convince her not to race. But Gerry, now a rival of Trixie's, is determined to fly.
Who’s in it. Tail Spin stars Alice Faye as Trixie Lee, Constance Bennett as Gerry Lester, Nancy Kelly as Lois Allen and Joan Davis as Babe Dugan, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Tail Spin has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Tail Spin page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tail Spin tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Tail Spin (1939)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tail Spin change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tail Spin worth watching?
- Tail Spin holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tail Spin?
- Tail Spin stars Alice Faye, Constance Bennett, Nancy Kelly, Joan Davis and Charles Farrell.
- When was Tail Spin released?
- Tail Spin was released in 1939, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.