Q Planes
"DRAMA OF THE WAR ON SPIES!"
Originally released in 1939. Q Planes is a thriller/mystery film. directed by Tim Whelan. At just 82 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier, and Valerie Hobson
Synopsis
In England, an eccentric police inspector, an earnest test pilot and a spunky female reporter team up to solve the mystery of a series of test aircraft which have disappeared without a trace while over the ocean on their maiden flights; unaware, as they are, that a spy ring has been shooting the planes down with a ray machine hidden aboard a salvage vessel which is on hand to haul the downed aircraft aboard, crews and all.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 21, 1939
86 years ago
Runtime
1h 22m
82 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (39 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Directors
Top Cast
Ralph Richardson
as Maj. Charles Hammond
Laurence Olivier
as Tony McVane
Valerie Hobson
as Kay Lawrence
George Merritt
as Mr. Barrett
George Curzon
as Jenkins
Roy Emerton
as Viking First Mate
Frank Fox
as Karl
Gus McNaughton
as Blenkinsop, Hammond's Butler
George Butler
as Air Marshal Gosport
Gordon McLeod
as The Baron
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Irving Asher Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Q Planes about?
In England, an eccentric police inspector, an earnest test pilot and a spunky female reporter team up to solve the mystery of a series of test aircraft which have disappeared without a trace while ...
Who directed Q Planes?
Q Planes was directed by Tim Whelan.
How long is Q Planes?
Q Planes has a runtime of 1 hours and 22 minutes (82 minutes total).
When was Q Planes released?
Q Planes was released on February 21, 1939 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Q Planes?
The main cast of Q Planes includes Ralph Richardson, Laurence Olivier, Valerie Hobson, George Merritt, George Curzon.