Flight for Freedom (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1943, Flight for Freedom is a drama film directed by Lothar Mendes, running about 102 minutes. “EVERY WOMAN WILL UNDERSTAND WHAT THIS ONE WOMAN DID FOR LOVE!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A fictionalized biopic about aviation pioneer Amelia Earhart. A female pilot breaks the Los Angeles to New York record and attracts the interest of the U.S. Navy, who want to send her on a spy mission.
Who’s in it. Flight for Freedom stars Rosalind Russell as Tonie Carter, Fred MacMurray as Randy Britton, Herbert Marshall as Paul Turner and Eduardo Ciannelli as Johnny Salvini, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, Flight for Freedom has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flight for Freedom page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flight for Freedom tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Flight for Freedom (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flight for Freedom change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flight for Freedom worth watching?
- Flight for Freedom holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Flight for Freedom?
- Flight for Freedom stars Rosalind Russell, Fred MacMurray, Herbert Marshall, Eduardo Ciannelli and Walter Kingsford.
- When was Flight for Freedom released?
- Flight for Freedom was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.