Flyboys (2006) movie poster

Flyboys (2006)

"When the world first went to war, they were the first to fly."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 84%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 40% (RT: 34%, MC: 47) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Tony Bill
Runtime
2h 18m
Country
United Kingdom, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (840 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
34%
Metacritic
47
Cast
James Franco as Blaine Rawlings
David Ellison as Eddie Beagle
Jean Reno as Capt. Thenault
Philip Winchester as William Jensen
Todd Boyce as Mr. Jensen
Mac McDonald as Sheriff Detweiller
Abdul Salis as Eugene Skinner
Karen Ford as Mrs. Jensen
Most people think so. 84% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 840 votes. Critics scored it lower at 40%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The adventures of the Lafayette Escadrille, young Americans who volunteered for the French military before the U.S. entered World War I, and became the country's first fighter pilots. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 2006 among dedicated fans.
  • Tony Bill cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
Audience Consensus

Flyboys is a 2006 action, adventure, drama film directed by Tony Bill. The adventures of the Lafayette Escadrille, young Americans who volunteered for the French military before the U.S. entered World War I, and became the country's first fighter pilots. The film has been rated by 840 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers.

As a action film, Flyboys delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences. Flyboys (2006) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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