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Flying

1986Movie1 h 36 minR

56
DecentGoodWatch score
56
DecentGoodWatch score

Summary

Robin and her father have a car accident. Her father dies. Robin is badly injured and cannot compete in gymnastics tournaments anymore. She lives with her mother and bad step-father.

Good for

  • Family movie night
  • Friends night
  • Kids

Where to watch

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Not for laughs or scares.

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Cast

Crew

Directed by
Paul Lynch
Written by
John Sheppard

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Facts

May 14, 1986 · 1 h 36 min · R

Released
May 14, 1986
Runtime
1 h 36 min
Age rating
R
Genres
Drama, Romance
Original language
English
Made in
Canada, Hong Kong SAR China
Available in
49 countries

Tropes

Alcoholic Parent, Insecure Protagonist, Arrogant Antagonist, Pink Product Ploy +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Flying?"

Questions about Flying

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is Flying worth watching?

56
DecentGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 56 (IMDb 5.1).

Is Flying okay for kids?

R

Yes: it's rated R in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for kids.

Is Flying good for date night?

and 4 moreFamily Movie NightKidsPartner WatchAdultsFriends Night

It's better for a family night: romance is 4 of 10, and the viewing guide lists it for kids and families.

Can I half-watch Flying?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

What tropes does Flying use?

Alcoholic ParentInsecure Protagonist, Arrogant AntagonistPink Product PloyHumiliation CongaAbusive ParentsRunning Away to CryAwful Wedded LifeDeath GlareEarn Your Happy EndingChallenging the BullyAll Love Is UnrequitedBreak the Cutieand 9 more

TV Tropes lists 21 tropes for it, including Alcoholic Parent, Insecure Protagonist, Arrogant Antagonist, and Pink Product Ploy.