The Rear Gunner (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 5.2
Released in 1943, The Rear Gunner is a drama and war film directed by Ray Enright, running about 26 minutes.
What it’s about. Documentary-style drama on training of aerial rear gunners in World War II. Private PeeWee Williams, a Kansas farm boy, transforms his home-grown shooting skills into those necessary to an aerial gunner in the tail turret of an American bomber.
Who’s in it. The Rear Gunner stars Burgess Meredith as Pvt. L.A. Pee Wee Williams, Ronald Reagan as Lt. Ames, Tom Neal as Instructor Sargeant and Dane Clark as Benny, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.2/10, The Rear Gunner 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 Rear Gunner page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rear Gunner tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rear Gunner (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Rear Gunner change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Rear Gunner worth watching?
- The Rear Gunner holds an audience score of 5.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Rear Gunner?
- The Rear Gunner stars Burgess Meredith, Ronald Reagan, Tom Neal, Dane Clark and Jonathan Hale.
- When was The Rear Gunner released?
- The Rear Gunner was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 26 minutes.