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Flying Leathernecks (1951) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more.
As the new commanding officer of a squadron of Marine pilots, Maj. Daniel Kirby (John Wayne), a stern and strict leader, cannot believe the lack of discipline exhibited by the soldiers.
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Dec 30, 2020 · Nicholas Ray ( Rebel Without a Cause) directs, skillfully incorporating actual battlefield and dogfight footage. Flying Leathernecks has the flight stuff! Directed By Nicholas Ray Starring John...
Flying Leathernecks - (Re-issue Trailer) A World War II Marine officer (John Wayne) drives his men mercilessly during the battle for Guadalcanal in Flying Leathernecks (1951).
Summaries. Major Kirby leads The Wildcats squadron into the historic WWII battle of Guadalcanal. 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 ...
Flying Leathernecks is a 1951 American Technicolor action war film directed by Nicholas Ray, produced by Edmund Grainger, and starring John Wayne and Robert Ryan. The movie details the exploits and personal battles of United States Marine Corps aviators during World War II.
102 min. Country. United States. Director. Nicholas Ray. Screenwriter. James Edward Grant. Story: Kenneth Gamet. Cast. Music. Roy Webb. Cinematography. William E. Snyder. Producer. RKO Radio Pictures. Genre. War | II World War. Synopsis. Major Daniel Kirby takes command of a squadron of Marine fliers just before they are about to go into combat.
