Captains of the Clouds
1942, English. Directed by Michael Curtiz.
So full of spectacle and glory it had to be made in Technicolor!
Inspired by Churchill's Dunkirk speech, brash, undisciplined Canadian bush pilot Brian MacLean and three friends enlist in the RCAF.
- Runtime
- 1h 54m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Michael CurtizDirector
- James CagneyBrian MacLean
- Dennis MorganJohnny Dutton
- Brenda MarshallEmily Foster
- Alan HaleTiny Murphy
- George TobiasBlimp Lebec
- Reginald GardinerScrounger Harris
- W.A. BishopHimself
- Reginald DennyCommanding Officer
- Russell ArmsPrentiss
- Paul CavanaghGroup Captain
- Clem BevansStore-Teeth Morrison
- J.M. KerriganFoster
Details
- Released
- 12 February 1942
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Arthur T. Horman, Norman Reilly Raine, Roland Gillett
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Captains of the Clouds: quick answers
Is Captains of the Clouds worth watching?
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How long is Captains of the Clouds?
Captains of the Clouds runs 114 minutes (1h 54m).
Does Captains of the Clouds have a post-credits scene?
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Captains of the Clouds parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Captains of the Clouds is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Captains of the Clouds on?
Captains of the Clouds isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like Captains of the Clouds?
If you liked Captains of the Clouds, try Battle of Britain, Battleground, The Devil's Brigade.
Who directed Captains of the Clouds?
Captains of the Clouds (1942) was directed by Michael Curtiz and stars James Cagney, Dennis Morgan, Brenda Marshall.