The Rocketeer
1991, English. Directed by Joe Johnston.
An Ordinary Man Forced to Become An Extraordinary Hero.
A stunt pilot comes across a prototype jetpack that gives him the ability to fly. However, evil forces of the world also want this jetpack at any cost.
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 1,112 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Rocketeer
The Rocketeer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Joe JohnstonDirector
- Billy CampbellCliff Secord
- Jennifer ConnellyJenny Blake
- Alan ArkinA. 'Peevy' Peabody
- Timothy DaltonNeville Sinclair
- Paul SorvinoEddie Valentine
- Terry O'QuinnHoward Hughes
- Ed LauterFitch
- Jon PolitoBigelow
- James HandyWooly
- Tiny RonLothar / Good Old Boy
- William SandersonSkeets
- Margo MartindaleMillie
Details
- Released
- 21 June 1991
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Paul De Meo, Danny Bilson, William Dear
- Budget
- $42M
- Box office
- $47M
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What The Rocketeer is based on
The Rocketeer is adapted from a comic.
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The Rocketeer: quick answers
What comes after The Rocketeer?
Next in the series: The Return of the Rocketeer.
Is The Rocketeer worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 1,112 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Rocketeer?
The Rocketeer runs 108 minutes (1h 48m).
Does The Rocketeer have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Rocketeer. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Rocketeer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Rocketeer is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Rocketeer on?
The Rocketeer isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Rocketeer?
If you liked The Rocketeer, try Captain America: The First Avenger, Superman, Superman II.
Who directed The Rocketeer?
The Rocketeer (1991) was directed by Joe Johnston and stars Billy Campbell, Jennifer Connelly, Alan Arkin.
What is The Rocketeer based on?
The Rocketeer is adapted from a comic.