Flyboys
2006, English. Directed by Tony Bill.
When the world first went to war, they were the first to fly.
The adventures of the Lafayette Escadrille, young Americans who volunteered for the French military before the U.S. entered World War I, and became the country's first fighter pilots.
- Runtime
- 2h 18m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.5/10 from 888 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Flyboys isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online.
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Cast & crew
- Tony BillDirector
- James FrancoBlaine Rawlings
- David EllisonEddie Beagle
- Jean RenoCapt. Thenault
- Philip WinchesterWilliam Jensen
- Todd BoyceMr. Jensen
- Mac McDonaldSheriff Detweiller
- Abdul SalisEugene Skinner
- Karen FordMrs. Jensen
- Scott HazellCinema Usher
- Ruth BradleyLaura
- Tim Pigott-SmithMr. Lowry
- Tyler LabineBriggs Lowry
Details
- Released
- 22 September 2006
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Written by
- David S. Ward
- Budget
- $60M
- Box office
- $18M
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News & fan talk
What Flyboys is based on
Flyboys is based on a true story.
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Flyboys: quick answers
Is Flyboys worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.5/10 from 888 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Flyboys?
Flyboys runs 138 minutes (2h 18m).
Does Flyboys have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Flyboys. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Flyboys parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Flyboys is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Flyboys on?
Flyboys isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 2 November 2026.)
What movies are like Flyboys?
If you liked Flyboys, try Red Tails, Devotion, The Scarlet and the Black.
Who directed Flyboys?
Flyboys (2006) was directed by Tony Bill and stars James Franco, David Ellison, Jean Reno.
What is Flyboys based on?
Flyboys is based on a true story.