Flat Top (1952): cast, story & where to watch
1952 · Film · ★ 3.8

Released in 1952, Flat Top is an action, drama and war film directed by Lesley Selander, running about 83 minutes.
What it’s about. A rock hard commander trains Navy Carrier Pilots during the Second World War
Who’s in it. Flat Top stars Sterling Hayden as Commander Dan Collier, Richard Carlson as Lt. (j.g.) Joe Rodgers, William Phipps as Red Kelley and John Bromfield as Ens. Snakehips McKay, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 3.8/10, Flat Top has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Flat Top page.
If you liked it. Fans of Flat Top 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 Flat Top (1952)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flat Top change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Flat Top worth watching?
- Flat Top holds an audience score of 3.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Flat Top?
- Flat Top stars Sterling Hayden, Richard Carlson, William Phipps, John Bromfield and Keith Larsen.
- When was Flat Top released?
- Flat Top was released in 1952, with a runtime of about 83 minutes.
