Mayday at 40,000 Feet
1977, English. Directed by Robert Butler.
A crippled plane. A crazed convict...
The co-pilot and engineer of a passenger jet struggle to keep the plane airborne after a marshal onboard, transporting a murderer to prison, has a heart attack and the killer uses his gun to shoot the captain and blow out the hydraulics.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Robert ButlerDirector
- David JanssenCapt. Pete Douglass
- Don MeredithMike Fuller
- Christopher GeorgeStan Burkhart
- Ray MillandDr. Joseph Mannheim
- Lynda Day GeorgeCathy Armello
- Margaret BlyeSusan Mackenzie
- Marjoe GortnerGreco
- Broderick CrawfordMarshal Riese
- Tom DrakeHarry Jensen
- Christopher NorrisCindy
- Hari RhodesBelson
- Warren VandersGlen Meyer
Details
- Released
- 29 April 1977
- Original title
- Mayday at 40,000 Feet!
- Country
- United States of America
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Mayday at 40,000 Feet: quick answers
Is Mayday at 40,000 Feet worth watching?
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How long is Mayday at 40,000 Feet?
Mayday at 40,000 Feet runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Mayday at 40,000 Feet have a post-credits scene?
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Mayday at 40,000 Feet parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Mayday at 40,000 Feet is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Mayday at 40,000 Feet on?
Mayday at 40,000 Feet isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Mayday at 40,000 Feet?
If you liked Mayday at 40,000 Feet, try Meltdown: Days of Destruction, Baywatch: Hawaiian Wedding, TalhotBlond.
Who directed Mayday at 40,000 Feet?
Mayday at 40,000 Feet (1977) was directed by Robert Butler and stars David Janssen, Don Meredith, Christopher George.