Flying Leathernecks (1951) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Flying Leathernecks (1951) — Major Daniel Kirby takes command of a squadron of Marine fliers just before they are Streaming on Amazon Vid...
Flying Leathernecks (1951) Storyline
Major Daniel Kirby takes command of a squadron of Marine fliers just before they are about to go into combat. While the men are well meaning, he finds them undisciplined and prone to always finding excuses to do what is easy rather than what is necessary. The root of the problem is the second in command, Capt. Carl 'Griff' Griffin. Griff is the best flier in the group but Kirby finds him a poor commander who is not prepared to make the difficult decision that all commanders have to make - to put men in harm's way knowing that they may be killed.
Full Cast & Crew
- John Wayne as Maj. Daniel Xavier Kirby
- Robert Ryan as Capt. Carl 'Griff' Griffin
- Don Taylor as Lt. Vern 'Cowboy' Blithe
- Janis Carter as Joan Kirby
- Jay C. Flippen as MSgt. Clancy, Line Chief
- William Harrigan as Dr. Lt.Cdr. Joe Curran
- James Bell as Colonel
- Barry Kelley as Brigadier General
- Maurice Jara as Shorty Vegay
- Adam Williams as Lt. Bert Malotke
- James Dobson as Lt. Pudge McCabe
- Carleton Young as Col. Riley
- Michael St. Angel as Capt. Harold Jorgensen, Ops. Officer
- Brett King as 1st Lt. Ernie Stark
- Gordon Gebert as Tommy Kirby
Why Watch Flying Leathernecks?
The Vibe: Flying Leathernecks is a captivating and well-crafted war movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1951. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.9/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with war-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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