Tail Spin
"WOMEN AIR RACES...Ripping the skies asunder with blinding speed."
Originally released in 1939. Tail Spin is a drama film. directed by Roy Del Ruth. At just 84 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Alice Faye, Constance Bennett, and Nancy Kelly
Synopsis
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.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 19, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 24m
84 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (5 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- 20th Century Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tail Spin 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" Pr...
Who directed Tail Spin?
Tail Spin was directed by Roy Del Ruth.
How long is Tail Spin?
Tail Spin has a runtime of 1 hours and 24 minutes (84 minutes total).
When was Tail Spin released?
Tail Spin was released on February 19, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Tail Spin?
The main cast of Tail Spin includes Alice Faye, Constance Bennett, Nancy Kelly, Joan Davis, Charles Farrell.