Flying Leathernecks
1951, English. Directed by Nicholas Ray.
From Guadalcanal to Okinawa...the Marine air-devils blazed a trail of glory...while the women they left behind fought battles of their own!
Major Daniel Kirby takes command of a squadron of Marine fliers just before they are about to go into combat. While the men are well meaning, he finds them undisciplined and prone to always finding excuses to do what is easy rather than what is necessary. The root of the problem is the second in command, Capt. Carl 'Griff' Griffin. Griff is the best flier in the group but Kirby finds him a poor commander who is not prepared to make the difficult decision that all commanders have to make - to put men in harm's way knowing that they may be killed.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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Cast & crew
- Nicholas RayDirector
- John WayneMaj. Daniel Xavier Kirby
- Robert RyanCapt. Carl 'Griff' Griffin
- Don TaylorLt. Vern 'Cowboy' Blithe
- Janis CarterJoan Kirby
- Jay C. FlippenMSgt. Clancy, Line Chief
- William HarriganDr. Lt.Cdr. Joe Curran
- James BellColonel
- Barry KelleyBrigadier General
- Maurice JaraShorty Vegay
- Adam WilliamsLt. Bert Malotke
- James DobsonLt. Pudge McCabe
- Carleton YoungCol. Riley
Details
- Released
- 28 August 1951
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Beirne Lay Jr., Edmund Grainger, James Edward Grant
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Flying Leathernecks: quick answers
Is Flying Leathernecks worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 77 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Flying Leathernecks?
Flying Leathernecks runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does Flying Leathernecks have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Flying Leathernecks. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Flying Leathernecks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Flying Leathernecks is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Flying Leathernecks on?
Flying Leathernecks 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 Flying Leathernecks?
If you liked Flying Leathernecks, try Flying Tigers, Midway, Memphis Belle.
Who directed Flying Leathernecks?
Flying Leathernecks (1951) was directed by Nicholas Ray and stars John Wayne, Robert Ryan, Don Taylor.