Movie

The Pilot

“He's the best damn pilot in the sky. Drunk or sober.”

★ 6.9(6)19801h 32m

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Good to know

Director: Cliff Robertson
Release date: 1980-11-26
Runtime: 1h 32m
Language: English
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Alanda Associates

The Pilot — trailer

About The Pilot

The Pilot is a 1980 movie in the Action and Drama genres, directed by Cliff Robertson, starring Cliff Robertson, Diane Baker and Frank Converse. It has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.9/10 from 6 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Pilot in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

Mike Hagan is a pilot in passenger service and candidate for the honor "Best Pilot of the Year". Nobody knows that he's got private sorrows - he's an alcoholic. A stewardess notices his regular visits of the toilet and reports it.

Cast

Cliff Robertson

Mike Hagan

Diane Baker

Pat Simpson

Frank Converse

Jim Cochran

Milo O'Shea

Doctor O'Brian

Dana Andrews

Randolph Evers

Gordon MacRae

Joe Barnes

Edward Binns

Larry Zanoff

Jennifer Houlton

Cricket

Kitty Sullivan

Nancy

Leigh Court

Jean Hagan

Bob Willis

Ken Howland

Hope Pomerance

Sandy Campbell

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookpilotalcoholismalcoholic

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Pilot in United States?+

The Pilot is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is The Pilot on Netflix?+

The Pilot is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is The Pilot?+

The Pilot has a runtime of 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

Who stars in The Pilot?+

The Pilot stars Cliff Robertson, Diane Baker, Frank Converse, Milo O'Shea and Dana Andrews.

When did The Pilot come out?+

The Pilot is a 1980 movie directed by Cliff Robertson.

What genre is The Pilot?+

The Pilot is Action and Drama film.

Who directed The Pilot?+

The Pilot was directed by Cliff Robertson.