Sky Commando (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1953, Sky Commando is a drama and war film directed by Fred F. Sears, running about 69 minutes. “The Coolest Customers You Ever Saw in the hottest planes that ever flew!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Colonel Ed Wyatt is regarded by pilots under his command as being a ruthless disciplinarian. His co-pilot, Lt. Hobson Lee, and Jo McWethy, a war correspondent assigned to the squadron become more friendly than meets Wyatt's approval. When Wyatt's plane is forced down behind enemy lines, he orders his crew to proceed to the American lines with the vital film they have shot, while he remains behind to hold off the enemy.
Who’s in it. Sky Commando stars Dan Duryea as Col. Ed 'E.D.' Wyatt, Frances Gifford as Jo McWethy, Mike Connors as Lt. Hobson 'Hobbie' Lee and Michael Fox as Maj. Scott, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Sky Commando has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Sky Commando page.
If you liked it. Fans of Sky Commando tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Sky Commando (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Sky Commando change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Sky Commando worth watching?
- Sky Commando holds an audience score of 5.0 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 Sky Commando?
- Sky Commando stars Dan Duryea, Frances Gifford, Mike Connors, Michael Fox and William Bryant.
- When was Sky Commando released?
- Sky Commando was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 69 minutes.