The Pilot
1980, English. Directed by Cliff Robertson.
He's the best damn pilot in the sky. Drunk or sober.
Mike Hagan is a pilot in passenger service and candidate for the honor "Best Pilot of the Year". Nobody knows that he's got private sorrows - he's an alcoholic. A stewardess notices his regular visits of the toilet and reports it.
- Runtime
- 1h 32m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Cast & crew
- Cliff RobertsonDirector
- Cliff RobertsonMike Hagan
- Diane BakerPat Simpson
- Frank ConverseJim Cochran
- Milo O'SheaDoctor O'Brian
- Dana AndrewsRandolph Evers
- Gordon MacRaeJoe Barnes
- Edward BinnsLarry Zanoff
- Jennifer HoultonCricket
- Kitty SullivanNancy
- Leigh CourtJean Hagan
- Bob WillisKen Howland
- Hope PomeranceSandy Campbell
Details
- Released
- 26 November 1980
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Robert P. Davis
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What The Pilot is based on
The Pilot is adapted from a novel.
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The Pilot: quick answers
Is The Pilot worth watching?
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How long is The Pilot?
The Pilot runs 92 minutes (1h 32m).
Does The Pilot have a post-credits scene?
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The Pilot parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Pilot is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is The Pilot on?
The Pilot isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 26 November 1980. (Checked 1 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Pilot?
If you liked The Pilot, try Dirt, Birth of the Dragon, The Darkest Minds.
Who directed The Pilot?
The Pilot (1980) was directed by Cliff Robertson and stars Cliff Robertson, Diane Baker, Frank Converse.
What is The Pilot based on?
The Pilot is adapted from a novel.