Final Approach (1991): cast, story & where to watch

1991 · Film · ★ 6

Final Approach poster

Released in 1991, Final Approach is an action, thriller, horror and mystery film directed by Eric Steven Stahl, running about 100 minutes. “The Experience of a Lifetime” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. Final Approach deals with the mental condition of Amnesia when a stealth test pilot, Col. Jason Halsey, is involved in an air disaster. A psychiatrist Dr. Dio Gottlieb attempts to help Halsey to recover his memory, but his motives seem strained. Is Gottlieb giving professional help or is he a counter-intelligence agent sent to debrief Halsey?

Who’s in it. Final Approach stars Hector Elizondo as Dr. Dio Gottlieb, Cameo Kneuer as Brooke Halsey, James B. Sikking as Col. Jason Halsey and Kevin McCarthy as General Geller, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Final Approach 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 Final Approach page.

If you liked it. Fans of Final Approach 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 Final Approach (1991)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Final Approach change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Final Approach worth watching?
Final Approach holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller, horror and mystery. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Final Approach?
Final Approach stars Hector Elizondo, Cameo Kneuer, James B. Sikking, Kevin McCarthy and Madolyn Smith Osborne.
When was Final Approach released?
Final Approach was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.