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Aces High

1976·Movie·PG·114 min·5.9(82)

High above the trenches 14 days is a long life...This is the 15th day!

The first World War is in its third year and aerial combat above the Western Front is consuming the nation's favored children at an appalling rate. By early 1917, the average life-span of a British pilot is less than a fortnight. Such losses place a fearsome strain on Gresham, commanding officer of the squadron. Aces High recreates the early days of the Royal Flying Corps with some magnificently staged aerial battles, and sensitive direction presents a moving portrayal of the futilities of war.

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, PlexAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
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CanadaApple TV Store
GermanyStudiocanal Presents MOVIECULT Amazon Channel, Moviecult Amazon ChannelApple TV Store, Amazon Video
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Canal VOD, Orange VOD
SpainFilmin
BrazilOldflix
South KoreaWatcha

About Aces High

Aces High is a 1976 English-language action, drama and war film directed by Jack Gold. The cast is led by Malcolm McDowell, Christopher Plummer, Simon Ward. It has a runtime of 1h 54m. Viewers rate it 5.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.

Aces High was produced by Les Productions Jacques Roitfeld and S. Benjamin Fisz Productions and made in France and United Kingdom. It was released on May 19, 1976, and carries a PG certification.

Director
Jack Gold
Writers
Howard Barker
Release date
May 19, 1976
Original language
English
Age rating
PG
Status
Released
Country
France, United Kingdom
Budget
$1 million
Production
Les Productions Jacques Roitfeld, S. Benjamin Fisz Productions
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Aces High cast & crew

Aces High was directed by Jack Gold and written by Howard Barker.

The cast features Malcolm McDowell as Maj. John Gresham, Christopher Plummer as Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair, Simon Ward as Lt. Crawford, Peter Firth as Lt. Stephen Croft, David Wood as Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson, and John Gielgud as Headmaster.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Richard Hartley, cinematography is by Gerry Fisher, and it was produced by Benjamin Fisz and Jacques Roitfeld.

Is Aces High worth watching?

Aces High holds an audience score of 5.9/10 from 82 ratings, a more divisive action films.

At 1h 54m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy action, drama, and war, Aces High is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Aces High

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Cast of Aces High

Malcolm McDowell

Malcolm McDowell

Maj. John Gresham

Christopher Plummer

Christopher Plummer

Capt. 'Uncle' Sinclair

Simon Ward

Simon Ward

Lt. Crawford

Peter Firth

Peter Firth

Lt. Stephen Croft

David Wood

David Wood

Lt. 'Tommy' Thompson

John Gielgud

John Gielgud

Headmaster

Trevor Howard

Trevor Howard

Lieutenant Colonel Silkin

Richard Johnson

Richard Johnson

Major Lyle

Ray Milland

Ray Milland

Brigadier General Whale

Gilles Béhat

Gilles Béhat

Captain Beckenauer

Tim Pigott-Smith

Tim Pigott-Smith

Major Stoppard

David Daker

David Daker

Bennett

Aces High — FAQs

Where can I watch Aces High in United States?

Aces High is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Plex in United States.

Is Aces High on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Aces High is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Aces High in?

Aces High is originally in English, with audio tracks including German, French, English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Aces High?

Aces High runs 1 hours 54 minutes (114 minutes).

What is Aces High rated?

Aces High is rated PG. It holds a 5.9/10 audience score from 82 ratings.

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