Above and Beyond
"The love story behind the billion dollar secret!"
Originally released in 1953. Above and Beyond is a action/drama film. directed by Melvin Frank. With a runtime of 2h 2m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Robert Taylor, Eleanor Parker, and James Whitmore
Synopsis
The story of Colonel Paul Tibbets, the pilot that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Although unaware of the full potential of this new weapon, he knows that it can do tremendously more damage than any other weapon used before, and that the death toll resulting from it will be huge. He is reluctant to be the person who will end so many lives, but as time goes on, the pressure upon him only increase.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 2, 1953
73 years ago
Runtime
2h 2m
122 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (17 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Robert Taylor
as Lt. Col Paul W. Tibbets
Eleanor Parker
as Lucey Tibbets
James Whitmore
as Maj. William M. Uanna
Larry Keating
as Maj. Gen. Vernon C. Brent
Larry Gates
as Capt. William Parsons
Marilyn Erskine
as Marge Bratton
Stephen Dunne
as Maj. Harry Bratton
Robert Burton
as Gen. Samuel E. Roberts
Hayden Rorke
as Dr. Ramsey
Lawrence Dobkin
as Dr. Van Dyke
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Above and Beyond about?
The story of Colonel Paul Tibbets, the pilot that dropped the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. Although unaware of the full potential of this new weapon, he knows that it can do tremendously more damage t...
Who directed Above and Beyond?
Above and Beyond was directed by Melvin Frank.
How long is Above and Beyond?
Above and Beyond has a runtime of 2 hours and 2 minutes (122 minutes total).
When was Above and Beyond released?
Above and Beyond was released on January 2, 1953 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Above and Beyond?
The main cast of Above and Beyond includes Robert Taylor, Eleanor Parker, James Whitmore, Larry Keating, Larry Gates.