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Wings for the Eagle
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Wings for the Eagle

1942-07-18 · 84 min · ★ 6.1

Adventure · Drama · Romance

Aircraft workers during during World War II become involved in a love triangle.

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Directors
Lloyd Bacon
Production companies
First National Pictures, Warner Bros. Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ann SheridanAnn SheridanRoma Maple
Dennis MorganDennis MorganCorky 'Cork' Jones
Jack CarsonJack CarsonBrad Maple
George TobiasGeorge TobiasJake Hanso
Don DeForeDon DeForeGil Borden
John RidgelyJohn RidgelyAlec Johnson
Frank WilcoxFrank WilcoxSupervisor Stark
Russell ArmsRussell ArmsPete Hanso
Tom FaddenTom FaddenTom 'Cyclone' Shaw
Jean InnessPersonnel Woman

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