Fugitive in the Sky

Fugitive in the Sky

A MODERN KILLER TAKES TO THE AIR...as Warner Bros, brings you thrills and chills!

1936 · 58 min · ★ 6.3 · Mystery, Drama, Action

Reporter Terry Brewer goes to the Los Angeles airport to say goodbye to his sweetheart, airline hostess Rita Moore. He notices G-Man Mike Phelan among the passengers and assuming Phelan is on the trail of a criminal, decides to go along to get a story.

Directed by Nick Grindé · Written by George Bricker

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Jean Muir Rita Moore
Warren Hull Terry Brewer
John Litel Mike Phelan
Carlyle Moore Jr. Johnny Martin
Louise Stanley Alice - Newsstand Cashier (uncredited)
Lillian Harmer Martha Staeger
Gordon Oliver Bob White
Howard Phillips 'Killer' Madsen
Wini Shaw Autumn Day
Mary Treen Agatha Ormsby
Bill Elliott Ramon Duval
Nedda Harrigan Mrs. Katie Tristo

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