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The High and the Mighty

"The 2-Year Best-Seller Sensation! The Year's Greatest Cast!"

July 3, 1954 2h 27m 5.9/10 (80 votes)

Originally released in 1954. The High and the Mighty is a action/adventure film. directed by William A. Wellman. With a runtime of 2h 27m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring John Wayne, Claire Trevor, and Laraine Day

Synopsis

Dan Roman is a veteran pilot haunted by a tragic past. Now relegated to second-in-command cockpit assignments he finds himself on a routine Honolulu-to-San Francisco flight - one that takes a terrifying suspense-building turn when disaster strikes high above the Pacific Ocean at the point of no return.

Quick Facts

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Release Date July 3, 1954 71 years ago
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Runtime 2h 27m 147 minutes total
User Rating 5.9/10 Mixed (80 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Wayne-Fellows Productions
  • Warner Bros. Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The High and the Mighty about?

Dan Roman is a veteran pilot haunted by a tragic past. Now relegated to second-in-command cockpit assignments he finds himself on a routine Honolulu-to-San Francisco flight - one that takes a terri...

Who directed The High and the Mighty?

The High and the Mighty was directed by William A. Wellman.

How long is The High and the Mighty?

The High and the Mighty has a runtime of 2 hours and 27 minutes (147 minutes total).

When was The High and the Mighty released?

The High and the Mighty was released on July 3, 1954 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The High and the Mighty?

The main cast of The High and the Mighty includes John Wayne, Claire Trevor, Laraine Day, Robert Stack, Jan Sterling.