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Airport 1975

"Something hit us... The crew is dead... Help us, please, please help us!"

October 18, 1974 1h 47m 5.7/10 (284 votes)

Originally released in 1974. Airport 1975 is a drama/thriller film. directed by Jack Smight.

Starring Charlton Heston, Karen Black, and George Kennedy

Synopsis

When an in-flight collision incapacitates the pilots of an airplane bound for Los Angeles, stewardess Nancy Pryor is forced to take over the controls. From the ground, her boyfriend Alan Murdock, a retired test pilot, tries to talk her through piloting and landing the 747 aircraft. Worse yet, the anxious passengers — among which are a noisy nun and a cranky man — are aggravating the already tense atmosphere.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 18, 1974 51 years ago
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Runtime 1h 47m 107 minutes total
User Rating 5.7/10 Mixed (284 votes)
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Budget $3M Production budget
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Box Office $103M 34.3x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Director

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,000,000
Revenue
$102,985,152

Production Companies

  • Universal Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Airport 1975 about?

When an in-flight collision incapacitates the pilots of an airplane bound for Los Angeles, stewardess Nancy Pryor is forced to take over the controls. From the ground, her boyfriend Alan Murdock, a...

Who directed Airport 1975?

Airport 1975 was directed by Jack Smight.

How long is Airport 1975?

Airport 1975 has a runtime of 1 hours and 47 minutes (107 minutes total).

When was Airport 1975 released?

Airport 1975 was released on October 18, 1974 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Airport 1975?

The main cast of Airport 1975 includes Charlton Heston, Karen Black, George Kennedy, Efrem Zimbalist Jr., Susan Clark.

Is Airport 1975 worth watching?

Airport 1975 has a user rating of 5.7/10 based on 284 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.