Sky Patrol
1939, English. Directed by Howard Bretherton.
WINGS OF DEATH! Across danger-streaked skies roars Tailspin Tommy's air patrol in pursuit of death-dealing smugglers! His most-thrilling air-venture!
"Tailspin Tommy" Tompkins and "Skeeter" Milligan are training young U. S. Army fliers for the newly-formed 'Sky Patrol,'a branch of the Army Reserves which operates along the borders and coast-lines, on the lookout for smugglers. Carter Meade, whose father is the Colonel in charge of the patrol, has a terror of firing guns and his father insists he conquer this fear. Tommy sends him out on patrol, on orders from Washington D. C., to stop any unfamiliar aircraft. Carter challenges an unmarked amphibian plane, which opens fire on him. Carter, afraid to shoot, bails out as his plane is shot down. Carter is missing, and Tommy and Skeeter are searching for him and the mysterious airplane.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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Cast & crew
- Howard BrethertonDirector
- John TrentTailspin Tommy Tompkins
- Marjorie ReynoldsBetty Lou Barnes
- Milburn StoneSkeeter Milligan
- Jason Robards Sr.Paul Smith - Three Points Airfield Owner
- Jackie CooganCarter Meade
- Dickie JonesBobby Landis
- Boyd IrwinColonel Meade
- John DaheimRyan
- Bryant WashburnBainbridge
- LeRoy MasonMitch
- John S. PetersJackson
- Dick DickinsonThug
Details
- Released
- 11 September 1939
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- George Waggner, Norton S. Parker, Hal Forrest
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Sky Patrol: quick answers
What should I watch before Sky Patrol?
Watch Tailspin Tommy (1934), Tailspin Tommy in The Great Air Mystery (1935), Mystery Plane (1939), and Stunt Pilot (1939) first.
What comes after Sky Patrol?
Next in the series: Danger Flight (1939).
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How long is Sky Patrol?
Sky Patrol runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
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Which OTT platform is Sky Patrol on?
Sky Patrol isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like Sky Patrol?
If you liked Sky Patrol, try Baywatch: Hawaiian Wedding, Cave Rescue, The Shepherd.
Who directed Sky Patrol?
Sky Patrol (1939) was directed by Howard Bretherton and stars John Trent, Marjorie Reynolds, Milburn Stone.