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The Tuskegee Airmen

1995·Movie
1h 46min·PG-13
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes88%79%
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes88%79%

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High energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Thrilling and tense

  • Adrenaline7
  • Tension7
  • Fast Pace6

Heart

Hopeful and cathartic

  • Hopefulness7
  • Catharsis7
  • Pathos6

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Situational Comedy2
  • Wit & Wordplay2
  • Satire & Parody2

World

History, war, and society

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion8
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout performances and characters

  • Acting8
  • Character Depth8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Editing7
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

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About

The right spirit. The right attitude. The wrong color.

During the Second World War, a special project is begun by the US Army Air Corps to integrate African American pilots into the Fighter Pilot Program. Known as the "Tuskegee Airman" for the name of the airbase at which they were trained, these men were forced to constantly endure harassement, prejudice, and much behind the scenes politics until at last they were able to prove themselves in combat.
Tuskegee AirmenWWIIRacial PrejudiceAfrican American PilotsHistorical DramaOvercoming AdversityMilitaryInspirationalBased on True Story

Crew

Directed by:
Robert Markowitz, Dawn Gilliam, Benita Brazier
Written by:
Ron Hutchinson, Robert Williams, Paris Qualles
Produced by:
Bill Carraro, Robi Reed, Robert Williams
Composed by:
Lee Holdridge, Stan Jones, Mark Heyes

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about The Tuskegee Airmen

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Where can I stream The Tuskegee Airmen legally?

HBO MaxHistory Vault

The Tuskegee Airmen is included with a subscription to History Vault and HBO Max 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 Tuskegee Airmen worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 81/100 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 88%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Tuskegee Airmen rated?

PG-13ViolenceStrong language

It's rated PG-13 in the United States. Content advisories: violence and strong language.

How long is The Tuskegee Airmen?

1 h 46 min

The Tuskegee Airmen runs 1 h 46 min.

Is The Tuskegee Airmen based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on The Tuskegee Airmen?

Critics88
Audiences75

Not quite. Critics rate The Tuskegee Airmen higher (88) than audiences (75). It may be more rewarding than it is crowd-pleasing.

What language is The Tuskegee Airmen in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch The Tuskegee Airmen?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for The Tuskegee Airmen in 80 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does The Tuskegee Airmen use?

Anyone Can DieBuzzing the DeckCalling Me a LogarithmComposite CharacterDeterminatorDrill Sergeant NastyDriven to SuicideDwindling PartyEagle SquadronEscort MissionScrew This, I'm Outta Here!Promotion, Not Punishmentand 8 more

TV Tropes lists 20 storytelling tropes for The Tuskegee Airmen, including Anyone Can Die, Buzzing the Deck, Calling Me a Logarithm.