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64% Critic Match
The Lion Has Wings
“The Film Hitler Doesn't Want You To See!”
6.4 / 10• 1939• 1h 16m•NR• English
DocumentaryWarDrama
Storyline
This early, influential propaganda film blends documentary and studio footage to show the valiant efforts of the Royal Air Force to defend the British people against the Nazis.
Cast & Crew
Merle Oberon
Mrs. Richardson
Lead
Ralph Richardson
Wing Commander Richardson
June Duprez
June
Flora Robson
Queen Elizabeth I (archive footage)
Robert Douglas
Briefing Officer
Anthony Bushell
Pilot
Brian Worth
Bobby
Austin Trevor
Schulemberg - German Air Chief of Staff
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Adrian Brunel's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. The Lion Has Wings is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
