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

1953 · Film · ★ 5.5

Flight Nurse poster

Released in 1953, Flight Nurse is a drama, war and romance film directed by Allan Dwan, running about 90 minutes. “Her smile ... for every man in danger. Her heart ... for the one man she loved !” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In this war drama, set during the Korean War, an Air Force nurse gets involved in a love triangle on the front lines.

Who’s in it. Flight Nurse stars Joan Leslie as Lt. Polly Davis, Forrest Tucker as Capt. Bill Eaton, Arthur Franz as Capt. Mike Barnes and Jeff Donnell as Lt. Ann Phillips, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.5/10, Flight Nurse 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 Nurse page.

If you liked it. Fans of Flight Nurse tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Flight Nurse (1953)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Flight Nurse change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Flight Nurse worth watching?
Flight Nurse holds an audience score of 5.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, war and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Flight Nurse?
Flight Nurse stars Joan Leslie, Forrest Tucker, Arthur Franz, Jeff Donnell and Ben Cooper.
When was Flight Nurse released?
Flight Nurse was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.