Flight to Tangier (1953): cast, story & where to watch

1953 · Film · ★ 6.1

Flight to Tangier poster

Released in 1953, Flight to Tangier is an action and crime film directed by Charles Marquis Warren, running about 90 minutes. “That 'Shane' killer excites again.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. At the Tangier airport, a group of people await the arrival of a mysterious plane from behind the Iron Curtain. The reception committee includes Susan, an American; Gil Walker, a free-booting pilot; Danzer, a black market operator; and Danzer's girlfriend, Nicki. The plane crashes and burns. No survivors are found, nor are any corpses. Soon the search begins for a missing courier worth $3 million.

Who’s in it. Flight to Tangier stars Joan Fontaine as Susan Lane, Jack Palance as Gil Walker, Corinne Calvet as Nicki and Robert Douglas as Danzer, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Flight to Tangier 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 Flight to Tangier page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flight to Tangier 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 Flight to Tangier (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flight to Tangier change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Flight to Tangier worth watching?
Flight to Tangier holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flight to Tangier?
Flight to Tangier stars Joan Fontaine, Jack Palance, Corinne Calvet, Robert Douglas and Marcel Dalio.
When was Flight to Tangier released?
Flight to Tangier was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.