The Aviator (1929): cast, story & where to watch
1929 · Film · ★ 4.5
Released in 1929, The Aviator is a comedy and romance film directed by Roy Del Ruth, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. Brooks, a publisher and his publicist decide to boost the sales of a wartime book of flying experiences. They credit the book to popular author Robert Street, who is completely ignorant about aviation. Robert gets into all sorts of trouble in attempting to carry on the ruse, saving his friend's business but also attracting the attention of aviation-mad Grace Douglas. At first, he is able to carry out simple publicity events, but when he accidentally starts up an aircraft, his incredible aerobatics end with a landing in a haystack. When a race is staged between him and French ace Major Jules Gaillard, it ends with Robert confessing he is no pilot, but still winning Grace's heart. Considered a lost film.
Who’s in it. The Aviator stars Edward Everett Horton as Robert Street, Patsy Ruth Miller as Grace Douglas, Johnny Arthur as Hobart and Lee Moran as Brown, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, The Aviator has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Aviator page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Aviator tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Aviator (1929)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Aviator change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Aviator worth watching?
- The Aviator holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Aviator?
- The Aviator stars Edward Everett Horton, Patsy Ruth Miller, Johnny Arthur, Lee Moran and Edward Martindel.
- When was The Aviator released?
- The Aviator was released in 1929, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.