The Memphis Belle
"Fly and Fight with the Crew on an Actual Bombing Mission Over Germany!"
Originally released in 1944. The Memphis Belle is a documentary/war film. directed by William Wyler. At just 45 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Vince Evans, Jacob L. Devers, and Ira C. Eaker
Synopsis
This WW2 documentary centers on the crew of the American B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle as it prepares to execute a strategic bombing raid on Nazi submarine pens in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 13, 1944
81 years ago
Runtime
0h 45m
45 minutes total
User Rating
6.6/10
Good (42 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Vince Evans
as Himself
Jacob L. Devers
as Himself (commander, European theatre)
Ira C. Eaker
as Himself (commander, 8th Air Force)
Haywood Hansell
as Himself (USAAF)
Robert J. Hanson
as Himself (radio operator on The Memphis Belle)
Eugene Kern
as Narrator
King George VI of the United Kingdom
as Himself
Captain Charles B. Leighton
as Himself (Navigator on the Memphis Belle)
Harold P. Loch
as Himself (Engineer and top turret gunner on The Memphis Belle)
Casimer A. Nastal
as Himself ( 19 year-old waist gunner on The Memphis Belle)
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- First Motion Pictures Unit US Army Air Forces
- U.S. Office of War Information
- Paramount Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Memphis Belle about?
This WW2 documentary centers on the crew of the American B-17 Flying Fortress Memphis Belle as it prepares to execute a strategic bombing raid on Nazi submarine pens in Wilhelmshaven, Germany.
Who directed The Memphis Belle?
The Memphis Belle was directed by William Wyler.
How long is The Memphis Belle?
The Memphis Belle has a runtime of 0 hours and 45 minutes (45 minutes total).
When was The Memphis Belle released?
The Memphis Belle was released on April 13, 1944 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Memphis Belle?
The main cast of The Memphis Belle includes Vince Evans, Jacob L. Devers, Ira C. Eaker, Haywood Hansell, Robert J. Hanson.