Tailspin Tommy (1934): cast, story & where to watch
1934 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1934, Tailspin Tommy is an action, thriller, crime and adventure film directed by Lew Landers, running about 248 minutes. “Hal Forrest's great cartoon heroes on the screen in a screaming serial of the skyways!...Breathless excitement awaits you. Come! TWELVE TERRIFIC EPISODES!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young mechanic gets a job with a small airline, which he helps win a mail contract. A rival airline plots to destroy it in order to get the contracts for itself.
Who’s in it. Tailspin Tommy stars Maurice Murphy as Tailspin Tommy Tompkins, Noah Beery Jr. as Peter 'Skeeter' Milligan, Patricia Farr as Betty Lou Barnes and Walter Miller as Bruce Hoyt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Tailspin Tommy 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 Tailspin Tommy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Tailspin Tommy 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 Tailspin Tommy (1934)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Tailspin Tommy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Tailspin Tommy worth watching?
- Tailspin Tommy holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Tailspin Tommy?
- Tailspin Tommy stars Maurice Murphy, Noah Beery Jr., Patricia Farr, Walter Miller and Grant Withers.
- When was Tailspin Tommy released?
- Tailspin Tommy was released in 1934, with a runtime of about 248 minutes.