The Cockpit (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Film · ★ 6.5
Released in 1993, The Cockpit is a war, animation and history film directed by Takashi Imanishi, running about 69 minutes.
What it’s about. A World War II anthology film based on Leiji Matsumoto's Battlefield manga. Kawajiri's Slipstream follows a Luftwaffe pilot on his mission to protect Germany's trump card: the world's first atomic bomb. Imanishi's Sonic Boom Squadron explores the last hours of an Yokosuka MXY7 Ohka pilot on August 6, 1945. Takahashi's Knight of the Iron Dragon tells the story of two Japanese soldiers in Leyte as they attempt to keep a promise.
Who’s in it. The Cockpit stars Kenyu Horiuchi as Lt. Rheindars, Emi Shinohara as Melhenna, Hikaru Midorikawa as Ensign Nogami and Kappei Yamaguchi as Soldier Utsunomiya.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, The Cockpit has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Cockpit page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Cockpit tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Grave of the Fireflies, The Pianist and Apocalypse Now.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Cockpit (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Cockpit change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Cockpit worth watching?
- The Cockpit holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy war, animation and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Cockpit?
- The Cockpit stars Kenyu Horiuchi, Emi Shinohara, Hikaru Midorikawa and Kappei Yamaguchi.
- When was The Cockpit released?
- The Cockpit was released in 1993, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.