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The Dawn Patrol

1938 · 103 min Action Drama War
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

In 1915 France, Major Brand commands the 39th Squadron of the Royal Flying Corps. The young airmen go up in bullet-riddled "crates" and the casualty rate is appalling, but Brand can't make the "brass hats" at headquarters see reason. Insubordinate air ace Captain Courtney is another thorn in Brand's side...but finds the smile wiped from his face when he rises to command the squadron himself. Everyone keeps a stiff upper lip.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1938
Country United States of America
Genre Action, Drama, War
Director Edmund Goulding
Runtime 103 min.
Rating TMDB: 6.8/10 (39 votes)

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The Dawn Patrol has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.8/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.

Not every film is made for everyone. Read the synopsis, watch the trailer — you'll know right away if it's for you.

A classic from 1938. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Errol Flynn

Errol Flynn

Capt. Courtney

Basil Rathbone

Basil Rathbone

Maj. Brand

David Niven

David Niven

Lt. Scott

Donald Crisp

Donald Crisp

Phipps

Melville Cooper

Melville Cooper

Sgt. Watkins

Barry Fitzgerald

Barry Fitzgerald

Bott

Carl Esmond

Carl Esmond

Hauptmann Von Mueller

Peter Willes

Peter Willes

Hollister

Morton Lowry

Morton Lowry

Donnie Scott

Michael Brooke

Michael Brooke

Capt. Squires

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