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The Great Waldo Pepper

1975·Movie
1h 48min·PG

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High energy, a touch of humor.

Energy

Thrilling and fast-paced

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline7
  • Fast Pace7
  • Spectacle6

Heart

Hopeful and nostalgic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia7
  • Romance5

Humor

Some slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Physical Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy3

World

History and show business

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality6
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7
  • Direction6

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6

Who it's for

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About

The second greatest flyer in the world.

A biplane pilot and WWI veteran takes up barnstorming and later a movie career in his quest for the glory days he misses.
Biplane AdventureBarnstorming EraShowbiz DreamsQuest for Glory1920s SettingStunt FlyingNostalgic ToneCharacter-DrivenAerial Action

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about The Great Waldo Pepper

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream The Great Waldo Pepper legally?

The Great Waldo Pepper is included with a subscription to Netflix and YouTube TV in the United States. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is The Great Waldo Pepper worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 54/100 (IMDb 6.8, Rotten Tomatoes 59%, and Metacritic 60). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Great Waldo Pepper rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Great Waldo Pepper?

1 h 48 min

The Great Waldo Pepper runs 1 h 48 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Great Waldo Pepper?

Critics60
Audiences64

Yes. Critics average 60 and audiences 64 out of 100, so both groups see The Great Waldo Pepper much the same way.

Was The Great Waldo Pepper a box office hit?

Budget$5 million
Box office$21 million

Yes. It cost about $5 million to make and earned $21 million worldwide, 4.1 times its budget.

What language is The Great Waldo Pepper in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Great Waldo Pepper?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Great Waldo Pepper in 14 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Great Waldo Pepper use?

Wronski FeintDo a Barrel RollBystander SyndromeWorthy OpponentDuel to the DeathCerebus SyndromeEnd of an AgeBuzzing the DeckJust Plane WrongTake My Hand!California DoublingThe Roaring '20sand 2 more

TV Tropes lists 14 storytelling tropes for The Great Waldo Pepper, including Wronski Feint, Do a Barrel Roll, Bystander Syndrome.