Sky Patrol (1939)
Description: WINGS OF DEATH! Across danger-streaked skies roars Tailspin Tommy's air patrol in pursuit of death-dealing smugglers! His most-thrilling air-venture!
"Tailspin Tommy" Tompkins and "Skeeter" Milligan are training young U. S. Army fliers for the newly-formed 'Sky Patrol,'a branch of the Army Reserves which operates along the borders and coast-lines, on the lookout for smugglers. Carter Meade, whose father is the Colonel in charge of the patrol, has a terror of firing guns and his father insists he conquer this fear. Tommy sends him out on patrol, on orders from Washington D. C., to stop any unfamiliar aircraft. Carter challenges an unmarked amphibian plane, which opens fire on him. Carter, afraid to shoot, bails out as his plane is shot down. Carter is missing, and Tommy and Skeeter are searching for him and the mysterious airplane.
Director: Howard Bretherton
Producer: howard bretherton
Content Rating:
User Reviews: Mixed (base on 118 reviews)
Published Date: 2026-04-01 20:19:46
Genre:
Drama
Action
Adventure
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henry hathaway
The dialogue didn't feel natural.
julian roffman
Excellent performances all around.
Jeff McCartney
Excellent performances all around.
roy del ruth
The story felt flat and lacked momentum.
busby berkeley
Lacked emotional depth and connection.
ted post
Excellent performances all around.
herbert wilcox
One of the more disappointing films I've seen recently.
michael reeves
Great chemistry between the leads.
ray mccarey
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
charles f haas
Predictable storyline with no real surprises.
robert g vignola
Sharp editing that kept everything flowing smoothly.
w merle connell
Poorly executed with weak performances.
samuel fuller
An unsatisfying conclusion that left many questions unanswered.
reginald barker
Beautiful cinematography that really elevates the experience.
ray kellogg
Lacked emotional depth and connection.
r john hugh
A tedious experience that felt way too long.
walter shumway
One of the more disappointing films I've seen recently.
harry o hoyt
Loved the characters and the emotional depth.
ben f wilson
A memorable soundtrack that fit perfectly.
robert e pearson
The world-building felt shallow and unconvincing.