Island in the Sky
1953, English. Directed by William A. Wellman.
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A C-47 transport plane, named the Corsair, makes a forced landing in the frozen wastelands of Labrador, and the plane's pilot, Captain Dooley, must keep his men alive in deadly conditions while awaiting rescue.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.2/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Island in the Sky
Island in the Sky isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- William A. WellmanDirector
- John WayneCaptain Dooley
- Lloyd NolanCaptain Stutz
- Walter AbelCol. Fuller
- James ArnessMac McMullen
- Andy DevineWillie Moon
- Allyn JoslynJ.H. Handy
- Jimmy LydonMurray, Dooley's navigator
- Harry Carey Jr.Ralph Hunt, Moon's co-pilot
- Hal BaylorStankowski, Dooley's engineer
- Sean McCloryFrank Lovatt, Dooley's co-pilot
- Wally CassellD'Annunzia, Dooley's radioman
- Gordon JonesWalrus
Details
- Released
- 5 September 1953
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Ernest K. Gann
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Island in the Sky: quick answers
Is Island in the Sky worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.2/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Island in the Sky?
Island in the Sky runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does Island in the Sky have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Island in the Sky. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Island in the Sky parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Island in the Sky is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Island in the Sky on?
Island in the Sky isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Island in the Sky?
If you liked Island in the Sky, try Black Gold, The Road, Lord of the Flies.
Who directed Island in the Sky?
Island in the Sky (1953) was directed by William A. Wellman and stars John Wayne, Lloyd Nolan, Walter Abel.