Power Dive (1941): cast, story & where to watch

1941 · Film · ★ 4.5

Power Dive poster

Released in 1941, Power Dive is an action and drama film directed by James P. Hogan, running about 68 minutes. “ON WINGS OF GLORY!” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The story concentrated on a group of test pilots, busily experimenting with a revolutionary all-plastic airplane. Ace flyboy Brad Farrell (Richard Arlen) is determined to prove the practicality of the new aircraft, designed by Professor Blake (Thomas Ross), father of Brad's sweetheart Carol (Jean Parker). Back on solid ground, Brad must vie for Carol's attentions with his own brother, engineer Doug Farrell (Don Castle).

Who’s in it. Power Dive stars Richard Arlen as Brad Farrell, Jean Parker as Carol Blake, Helen Mack as Betty Coles and Roger Pryor as Dan McMasters, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Power Dive has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Power Dive page.

If you liked it. Fans of Power Dive tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Power Dive (1941)?
In US, Power Dive is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Power Dive worth watching?
Power Dive holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Power Dive?
Power Dive stars Richard Arlen, Jean Parker, Helen Mack, Roger Pryor and Don Castle.
When was Power Dive released?
Power Dive was released in 1941, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.