The Thousand Plane Raid (1969)

In 1943, Colonel Greg Brandon, stationed at an United States Army Air Forces 8th Air Force, 103rd Bomb Group base in England, repeatedly attempts to persuade superiors that massive daylight bombing will hasten the end of World War II. In spite of the mission's extreme difficulty, his plan is finally put into effect against a German aircraft factory. During preparation for the raid, Brandon alienates his men by insisting that normal bombing operations continue. His disdain for cautious Lieutenant Archer and brash RAF Wing Commander Trafton Howard further antagonizes his associates, including his girl friend, WAC Lieutenant Gabrielle Ames. When his bomber crashes the morning of the mission, Brandon boards a bomber manned by Archer and Howard. During the effective air raid, he is impressed by Archer's courage and Howard's judgment.

Directing:
  • Boris Sagal

Writing:
  • Donald S. Sanford
  • Ralph Barker

Stars:
Release Date: 1969-07-15
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  • Country: US
  • Language: English
  • Runtime: 93
Bo Hopkins
Bo Hopkins
Capt. Douglass
Gavin MacLeod
Gavin MacLeod
Sgt. Kruger
Laraine Stephens
Laraine Steph...
Gabrielle
J. D. Cannon
J. D. Cannon
Gen. Palmer
Christopher George
Christopher G...
Col. Greg Brandon
Michael Evans
Michael Evans
Group Commander
Ben Murphy
Ben Murphy
Lt. Archer
J.D. Cannon
J.D. Cannon
Gen. Palmer
Tim McIntire
Tim McIntire
Lt. Quimby
Barry Atwater
Barry Atwater
Gen. Conway
Henry Jaglom
Henry Jaglom
Worchek
Ivor Barry
Ivor Barry
RAF Officer (uncredited)
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