The Flying Misfits (1976): cast, story & where to watch
1976 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 1976, The Flying Misfits is a notable film directed by Russ Mayberry, running about 93 minutes.
What it’s about. The dramatized World War II adventures of US Major Gregory "Pappy" Boyington and his Marine Attack Squadron 214, AKA The Black Sheep Squadron. The film also acted as the pilot for the television series Baa Baa Black Sheep. Former U.S. Marine pilot Greg "Pappy" Boyington is flying with the American Volunteer Group (the Flying Tigers) in China. After Pearl Harbor brings America into World War II, Greg leaves the AVG to rejoin the Marine Corps. He refuses to be relegated to a desk job and, against all military protocol, forms his own fighter squadron from a group of misfits and disciplinary cases.
Who’s in it. The Flying Misfits stars Robert Conrad as Maj. Greg 'Pappy' Boyington, Simon Oakland as Brig. Gen. Thomas Moore, Dana Elcar as Col. Thomas A. Lard and James Whitmore as Capt. James 'Jim' Gutterman, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Flying Misfits 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 The Flying Misfits page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Flying Misfits (1976)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Flying Misfits change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Flying Misfits worth watching?
- The Flying Misfits holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Flying Misfits?
- The Flying Misfits stars Robert Conrad, Simon Oakland, Dana Elcar, James Whitmore and Robert Ginty.
- When was The Flying Misfits released?
- The Flying Misfits was released in 1976, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.