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Reach for the Sky (1956)

The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.

Events

  • August 9th , 1941, Douglas Bader is shot down over France and captured

  • September 15th , 1945, Douglas Bader flies over London to celebrate the anniversary of the Battle of Britain

Directed by Lewis Gilbert

Starring Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson