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The Lion Has Wings

The Lion Has Wings

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The Lion Has Wings
1939 1h 16m6.2

The Lion Has Wings

“The Film Hitler Doesn't Want You To See!”

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This early, influential propaganda film blends documentary and studio footage to show the valiant efforts of the Royal Air Force to defend the British people against the Nazis.

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DirectorBrian Desmond Hurst
ScreenplayAdrian Brunel, E. V. H. Emmett
StatusReleased
ReleasedNovember 3, 1939
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime1h 16m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 6.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 5.7 / 10
Votes13
GenresDocumentary, War
StudioLondon Films Productions
The Lion Has Wings
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Cast

Merle Oberon

Merle Oberon

Mrs. Richardson

Ralph Richardson

Ralph Richardson

Wing Commander Richardson

June Duprez

June Duprez

June

Flora Robson

Flora Robson

Queen Elizabeth I (archive footage)

Robert Douglas

Robert Douglas

Briefing Officer

Anthony Bushell

Anthony Bushell

Pilot

Brian Worth

Brian Worth

Bobby

Austin Trevor

Austin Trevor

Schulemberg - German Air Chief of Staff

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Ivan Brandt

Air Officer

G.H. Mulcaster

G.H. Mulcaster

Controller

Herbert Lomas

Herbert Lomas

Holveg

Milton Rosmer

Milton Rosmer

Head of Observer Corps

Ronald Adam

Ronald Adam

German Bomber Chief

Robert Rendel

Robert Rendel

British Chief of Air Staff

John Longden

John Longden

Unnamed Character

Archibald Batty

Archibald Batty

Air Officer

Ian Fleming

Ian Fleming

Air Officer

Charles Carson

Charles Carson

Anti-aircraft Officer

John Penrose

John Penrose

Unnamed Character

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Frank Tickle

Unnamed Character

John Robinson

John Robinson

Unnamed Character

Derrick De Marney

Derrick De Marney

Bill - Navigator

Carl Jaffe

Carl Jaffe

Unnamed Character

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Gerald Case

Unnamed Character

Torin Thatcher

Torin Thatcher

Seaman Receiving Information About German Activity

Bernard Miles

Bernard Miles

Civilian Observer Controller

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E. V. H. Emmett

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Lion Has Wings

Where can I watch The Lion Has Wings?

The Lion Has Wings (1939) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Lion Has Wings about?

This early, influential propaganda film blends documentary and studio footage to show the valiant efforts of the Royal Air Force to defend the British people against the Nazis.

Who directed The Lion Has Wings?

The Lion Has Wings (1939) was directed by Brian Desmond Hurst. The film is a Documentary, War production with a runtime of 1h 16m, rated 6.2/10.

How long is The Lion Has Wings?

The Lion Has Wings runs 1h 16m (76 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.2/10 from 13 votes. Genre: Documentary, War.

Is The Lion Has Wings worth watching?

The Lion Has Wings is rated 6.2/10 by 13 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Documentary and War fans.