The Winds of Kitty Hawk
1978, English. Directed by E.W. Swackhamer.
The story of the Wright Brothers and their efforts to invent, build, and fly the world's first successful motor-operated airplane.
- Runtime
- 1h 38m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- E.W. SwackhamerDirector
- Michael MoriartyWilbur Wright
- David HuffmanOrville Wright
- Tom BowerWilliam Tate
- Robin GammellH.A. Toumlin
- Scott HylandsGlenn Curtiss
- John RandolphAlexander Graham Bell
- Kathryn WalkerKate Wright
- Eugene RocheBishop Milton Wright
- John HoytProf. Samuel Langley
- Joseph BernardMayor of New York
- Lew BrownHarlan Mumford
- Carole Tru FosterAgnes Osborne
Details
- Released
- 17 December 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Jeb Rosebrook, William Kelley
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What The Winds of Kitty Hawk is based on
The Winds of Kitty Hawk is based on a true story.
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How long is The Winds of Kitty Hawk?
The Winds of Kitty Hawk runs 98 minutes (1h 38m).
Does The Winds of Kitty Hawk have a post-credits scene?
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The Winds of Kitty Hawk parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Winds of Kitty Hawk is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Winds of Kitty Hawk on?
The Winds of Kitty Hawk is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+, and Philo in India. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Winds of Kitty Hawk?
If you liked The Winds of Kitty Hawk, try The Tuskegee Airmen, Miss Austen Regrets, The Spirit of St. Louis.
Who directed The Winds of Kitty Hawk?
The Winds of Kitty Hawk (1978) was directed by E.W. Swackhamer and stars Michael Moriarty, David Huffman, Tom Bower.
What is The Winds of Kitty Hawk based on?
The Winds of Kitty Hawk is based on a true story.