The Rear Gunner
Originally released in 1943. The Rear Gunner is a drama/war film. directed by Ray Enright. At just 26 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Burgess Meredith, Ronald Reagan, and Tom Neal
Synopsis
Documentary-style drama on training of aerial rear gunners in World War II. Private PeeWee Williams, a Kansas farm boy, transforms his home-grown shooting skills into those necessary to an aerial gunner in the tail turret of an American bomber. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2013.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 10, 1943
82 years ago
Runtime
0h 26m
26 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
- U.S. Army Air Forces
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rear Gunner about?
Documentary-style drama on training of aerial rear gunners in World War II. Private PeeWee Williams, a Kansas farm boy, transforms his home-grown shooting skills into those necessary to an aerial g...
Who directed The Rear Gunner?
The Rear Gunner was directed by Ray Enright.
How long is The Rear Gunner?
The Rear Gunner has a runtime of 0 hours and 26 minutes (26 minutes total).
When was The Rear Gunner released?
The Rear Gunner was released on April 10, 1943 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rear Gunner?
The main cast of The Rear Gunner includes Burgess Meredith, Ronald Reagan, Tom Neal, Dane Clark, Jonathan Hale.