Reach for the Sky

Reach for the Sky

1956

The inspiring true story of RAF ace Douglas Bader, who lost both legs in a pre-war flying accident but returned to active combat service during the Second World War, becoming one of Britain's most celebrated fighter pilots. Kenneth More gives a charismatic performance in this patriotic biographical drama.

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Director

  • Lewis Gilbert

Cast

  • Kenneth More
  • Muriel Pavlow
  • Lyndon Brook
  • Lee Patterson

Filming Locations

  • Bagshot

    The tea room scenes were shot at the back of Pantiles Night Club.

  • RAF Kenley

    RAF Kenley served as the primary airfield location, depicting Bader's early posting to No. 23 Squadron; scenes at the station's parade ground, gateway entrance, and Officer's Mess dance hall were all filmed here.