The Blue Max
1966, English. Directed by John Guillermin.
There was no quiet on the Western Front!
A young pilot in the German air force of 1918, disliked as lower-class and unchivalrous, tries ambitiously to earn the medal offered for 20 kills.
- Runtime
- 2h 36m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 130 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Blue Max
The Blue Max isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- John GuillerminDirector
- George PeppardLt. Bruno Stachel
- James MasonGeneral Count von Klugermann
- Ursula AndressCountess Kaeti von Klugermann
- Jeremy KempWilli von Klugermann
- Karl Michael VoglerColonel Otto Heidemann
- Anton DiffringHolbach
- Harry TownesKettering
- Peter WoodthorpeRupp
- Derek NewarkZiegel
- Derren NesbittFabian
- Loni von FriedlElfi Heidemann
- Friedrich von LedeburFeldmarschall von Lenndorf
Details
- Released
- 21 June 1966
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- David Pursall, Jack Seddon, Gerald Hanley
- Budget
- $5M
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News & fan talk
What The Blue Max is based on
The Blue Max is based on The Blue Max (1964) by Jack D. Hunter.
1964
The Blue Max
By Jack D. Hunter
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The Blue Max: quick answers
Is The Blue Max worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 130 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Blue Max?
The Blue Max runs 156 minutes (2h 36m).
Does The Blue Max have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Blue Max. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Blue Max parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Blue Max is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Blue Max on?
The Blue Max isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Blue Max?
If you liked The Blue Max, try Objective, Burma!, Aces High, Memphis Belle.
Who directed The Blue Max?
The Blue Max (1966) was directed by John Guillermin and stars George Peppard, James Mason, Ursula Andress.
What is The Blue Max based on?
The Blue Max is based on The Blue Max (1964) by Jack D. Hunter.