The Great Plane Robbery (1940): cast, story & where to watch
1940 · Film
Released in 1940, The Great Plane Robbery is a drama, crime and adventure film directed by Lewis D. Collins, running about 61 minutes. “The Stickup Of The Century... Far Above The Clouds!, Terror Rides the Airways!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Assigned to keep watch over a recently released gangster, an insurance investigator must keep the client alive after he is taken hostage by former henchmen.
Who’s in it. The Great Plane Robbery stars Jack Holt as Mike Henderson, Stanley Fields as Frankie Toller, Vickie Lester as Helen Carver and Vickie Lester as Helen Carver, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Plane Robbery page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Plane Robbery tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Plane Robbery (1940)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Plane Robbery change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Great Plane Robbery?
- The Great Plane Robbery stars Jack Holt, Stanley Fields, Vickie Lester, Vickie Lester and Noel Madison.
- When was The Great Plane Robbery released?
- The Great Plane Robbery was released in 1940, with a runtime of about 61 minutes.