The Starfighters (1964): cast, story & where to watch
1964 · Film · ★ 1.3
Released in 1964, The Starfighters is a drama film directed by Will Zens, running about 78 minutes. “The blazing adventure of the men and planes who rocket to the very edge of outer space!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A young Air Force lieutenant falls in love with fighter planes while his father, a Congressman and war hero, yearns for him to fly heavy bombers.
Who’s in it. The Starfighters stars Robert Dornan as Lt. John Witkowski, Richard Jordahl as Maj. Stevens, Shirley Olmstead as Mary Davidson and Richard Masters as Col. Hunt, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 1.3/10, The Starfighters has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Starfighters page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Starfighters tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Starfighters (1964)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Starfighters change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Starfighters worth watching?
- The Starfighters holds an audience score of 1.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Starfighters?
- The Starfighters stars Robert Dornan, Richard Jordahl, Shirley Olmstead, Richard Masters and Robert Winston.
- When was The Starfighters released?
- The Starfighters was released in 1964, with a runtime of about 78 minutes.