Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes
Watch TrailerIn order to boost circulation of his newspaper, Lord Rawnsley announces an air race and offers £10,000 to the first person who can fly across the English Channel. But one of the participants, Percy, plots to sabotage his competitor's planes. Will Percy triumph?
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1965 |
| Country | United Kingdom |
| Genre | Comedy |
| Director | Ken Annakin |
| Runtime | 138 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.8/10 (193 votes) |
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🎬 MovieFinder's Take
The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Ken Annakin
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
🎭 Cast
Stuart Whitman
Orvil Newton
Sarah Miles
Patricia Rawnsley
James Fox
Richard Mays
Alberto Sordi
Count Emilio Ponticelli
Robert Morley
Lord Rawnsley
Gert Fröbe
Colonel Manfred von Holstein
Jean-Pierre Cassel
Pierre Dubois
Eric Sykes
Courtney
Red Skelton
The Neanderthal Man
Terry-Thomas
Sir Percy Ware-Armitage
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