Reach for the Sky (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1956, Reach for the Sky is a drama, war and history film directed by Lewis Gilbert, running about 135 minutes.
What it’s about. The true story of airman Douglas Bader who overcame the loss of both legs in a 1931 flying accident to become a successful fighter pilot and wing leader during World War II.
Who’s in it. Reach for the Sky stars Kenneth More as Douglas Bader, Muriel Pavlow as Thelma Bader, Lyndon Brook as Johnny Sanderson and Lee Patterson as Turner, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Reach for the Sky has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Reach for the Sky page.
If you liked it. Fans of Reach for the Sky tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Reach for the Sky (1956)?
- In US, Reach for the Sky is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Reach for the Sky worth watching?
- Reach for the Sky holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Reach for the Sky?
- Reach for the Sky stars Kenneth More, Muriel Pavlow, Lyndon Brook, Lee Patterson and Alexander Knox.
- When was Reach for the Sky released?
- Reach for the Sky was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 135 minutes.