Aces High
"High above the trenches 14 days is a long life...This is the 15th day!"
Originally released in 1976. Aces High is a action/drama film. directed by Jack Gold.
Starring Malcolm McDowell, Christopher Plummer, and Simon Ward
Synopsis
The first World War is in its third year and aerial combat above the Western Front is consuming the nation's favored children at an appalling rate. By early 1917, the average life-span of a British pilot is less than a fortnight. Such losses place a fearsome strain on Gresham, commanding officer of the squadron. Aces High recreates the early days of the Royal Flying Corps with some magnificently staged aerial battles, and sensitive direction presents a moving portrayal of the futilities of war.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 19, 1976
49 years ago
Runtime
1h 54m
114 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (78 votes)
Budget
$1.3M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
+ 1 more
Director
Top Cast
Malcolm McDowell
as Maj. John Gresham
Christopher Plummer
as Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair
Simon Ward
as Lt. Crawford
Peter Firth
as Lt. Stephen Croft
David Wood
as Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson
John Gielgud
as Headmaster
Trevor Howard
as Lieutenant Colonel Silkin
Richard Johnson
as Major Lyle
Ray Milland
as Brigadier General Whale
Gilles Béhat
as Captain Beckenauer
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $1,250,000
Production Companies
- Les Productions Jacques Roitfeld
- S. Benjamin Fisz Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aces High about?
The first World War is in its third year and aerial combat above the Western Front is consuming the nation's favored children at an appalling rate. By early 1917, the average life-span of a British...
Who directed Aces High?
Aces High was directed by Jack Gold.
How long is Aces High?
Aces High has a runtime of 1 hours and 54 minutes (114 minutes total).
When was Aces High released?
Aces High was released on May 19, 1976 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Aces High?
The main cast of Aces High includes Malcolm McDowell, Christopher Plummer, Simon Ward, Peter Firth, David Wood.