The Flight (1977): cast, story & where to watch
1977 · Film · ★ 8.5
Released in 1977, The Flight is a thriller and drama film directed by Roland Gräf, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. When Dr. Schmith's proposal for international research on infant mortality is rejected, he decides to leave East Germany and strikes a deal with an escape agency that promises him a leading position at a children's hospital in West Germany. But then the decision is reversed: the project is approved and his international colleagues want Dr. Schmith to head the GDR section. Moreover, he falls in love with his new colleague, Katharina. Schmith initially tries to ignore the arrangements he made with the escape agency, but they blackmail him. Things soon turn deadly...
Who’s in it. The Flight stars Trude Bechmann as Zierliche Alte, Armin Mueller-Stahl as Dr. Schmith, Jenny Gröllmann as Katharina and Gerhard Bienert as Schmiths Vater, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.5/10, The Flight 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 The Flight page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Flight tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flight (1977)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flight change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flight worth watching?
- The Flight holds an audience score of 8.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Flight?
- The Flight stars Trude Bechmann, Armin Mueller-Stahl, Jenny Gröllmann, Gerhard Bienert and Carl Heinz Choynski.
- When was The Flight released?
- The Flight was released in 1977, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.