The Dawn Patrol
Director: Edmund Goulding
"They roared through the dawn... with death on their wings!"
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.
Where to Watch
YouTube TV
TCMTrailer
Cast
Errol Flynn
Capt. Courtney
Basil Rathbone
Maj. Brand
David Niven
Lt. Scott
Donald Crisp
Phipps
Melville Cooper
Sgt. Watkins
Barry Fitzgerald
Bott
Carl Esmond
Hauptmann Von Mueller
Peter Willes
Hollister
Morton Lowry
Donnie Scott
Michael Brooke
Capt. Squires
James Burke
Flaherty - Motorcycle Driver
Stuart Hall
Bentham
In brief
The Dawn Patrol (1938) is a action, drama, war film. With an average rating of 6.8/10 from 46 votes, it's a solidly rated pick. The film runs 1h 43min. You can stream it on: YouTube TV, TCM.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I watch The Dawn Patrol online?
The Dawn Patrol is available on the following streaming services: YouTube TV, TCM. Availability can change — check the "Where to watch" section on this page for current sources.
How long is The Dawn Patrol?
The Dawn Patrol runs 103 minutes (1h 43min).
What rating does The Dawn Patrol have?
The Dawn Patrol has an average rating of 6.8/10 based on 46 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is The Dawn Patrol from?
The Dawn Patrol was released in 1938.
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