Sabre Jet (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1953, Sabre Jet is a drama and war film directed by Louis King, running about 90 minutes. “THE HIGH AND MIGHTY SAGA OF THE JET-BLASTING ACES WHO FLY THE WORLD'S HOTTEST SKIES !” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The story of jet pilots flying over Korea by day, from their Itazuke Air Base in Japan, and of their wives, on station with them, who have dinner ready when they return. Jane Carter (Coleen Gray), a reporter for a large newspaper syndicate arrives... she's also the estranged wife of the assistant squadron commander, Colonel Gil Manton (Robert Stack.) At first, she goes at her assignment of getting a story on the pilots wives with the same ruthlessness and persistence that broke up her marriage - but a mirror isn't needed to peek around the corner to where this one is headed.
Who’s in it. Sabre Jet stars Robert Stack as Col. Gil Manton, Coleen Gray as Mrs. Gil Manton nee Jane Carter, Richard Arlen as Gen. Robert E 'Bob' Hale and Julie Bishop as Marge Hale, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Sabre Jet sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sabre Jet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sabre Jet tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sabre Jet (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sabre Jet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sabre Jet worth watching?
- Sabre Jet holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Sabre Jet?
- Sabre Jet stars Robert Stack, Coleen Gray, Richard Arlen, Julie Bishop and Leon Ames.
- When was Sabre Jet released?
- Sabre Jet was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.