Without Orders
"PETER B. KYNE'S SKY THRILLER!"
Originally released in 1936. Without Orders is a drama film. directed by Lew Landers. At just 64 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Sally Eilers, Robert Armstrong, and Frances Sage
Synopsis
At Portland, Oregon, playboy pilot Len Kendrick lands at the end of a cross-country record flight, met by his father J.P. Kendrick who owns Amalgamated Air Lines. Len is a media darling, adored by fans for his daring flights. He is in love with Amalgamated stewardess Kay Armstrong who is dating veteran pilot "Wad" Madison. Len dates her sister Penny who learns that his hard-drinking and recklessness has caused the death of his co-pilot. Penny knows that he was drinking before the fateful flight and only escaped prosecution by bribing a bartender. She leaves Len who ends up at Amalgamated as a line pilot, being tutored by Wad.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 22, 1936
89 years ago
Runtime
1h 4m
64 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Sally Eilers
as Kay Armstrong
Robert Armstrong
as Wad. Madison
Frances Sage
as Penny Armstrong
Charley Grapewin
as J.P. Kendrick
Vinton Hayworth
as Len Kendrick
Ward Bond
as Tim Casey
May Boley
as Mrs. Maddy Overhose
Arthur Loft
as Air Controller Calkins
Walter Miller
as Commerce Airline Inspector
Hooper Atchley
as Worried Man Awaiting Salt Lake Flight
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Without Orders about?
At Portland, Oregon, playboy pilot Len Kendrick lands at the end of a cross-country record flight, met by his father J.P. Kendrick who owns Amalgamated Air Lines. Len is a media darling, adored by ...
Who directed Without Orders?
Without Orders was directed by Lew Landers.
How long is Without Orders?
Without Orders has a runtime of 1 hours and 4 minutes (64 minutes total).
When was Without Orders released?
Without Orders was released on October 22, 1936 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Without Orders?
The main cast of Without Orders includes Sally Eilers, Robert Armstrong, Frances Sage, Charley Grapewin, Vinton Hayworth.