The Yellow Squadron (1954): cast, story & where to watch

1954 · Film · ★ 5.5

The Yellow Squadron poster

Released in 1954, The Yellow Squadron is an action and drama film directed by Stig Olin, running about 86 minutes.

What it’s about. The year is 1954. The war in Korea has just ended and the superpowers stand by each side of the boarder. The peace in Europe is fragile and the cold war is imminent. At F8 - Air Fore Base, the yellow squadron stand ready with its J29 fighters.

Who’s in it. The Yellow Squadron stars Hasse Ekman as Captain Birger Wreting, Ann-Marie Gyllenspetz as Sonja, Sven Lindberg as Lieutenant Rolf Hagberg and Lars Ekborg as Dag Holm, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, The Yellow Squadron 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 Yellow Squadron page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Yellow Squadron 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 The Yellow Squadron (1954)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Yellow Squadron change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Yellow Squadron worth watching?
The Yellow Squadron holds an audience score of 5.5 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 The Yellow Squadron?
The Yellow Squadron stars Hasse Ekman, Ann-Marie Gyllenspetz, Sven Lindberg, Lars Ekborg and Gertrud Fridh.
When was The Yellow Squadron released?
The Yellow Squadron was released in 1954, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.