The Starfighters

The Starfighters

The blazing adventure of the men and planes who rocket to the very edge of outer space!

1964 · 78 min · ★ 1.8 · Drama

A young Air Force lieutenant falls in love with fighter planes while his father, a Congressman and war hero, yearns for him to fly heavy bombers.

Directed by Will Zens · Written by Will Zens

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