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The Sound Barrier (1952)

  • Jul 22, 1952
  • 1h 57m

6.5/10

TMDB user score
61 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

The Sound Barrier is a 1952 drama and romance film directed by David Lean. Its leading cast includes Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd and Nigel Patrick. It runs for 1 hour 57 minutes.

Synopsis

A young RAF pilot tests his father-in-law’s prototype supersonic aircraft to the limit, at a time of intense development in the field of aviation, just as commercial jet airliners are about to enter service.

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Time needed
1 hour 57 minutes
Language
English
Audience signal
6.5/10 from 61 TMDB votes

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Cast

  • Ralph Richardson John Ridgefield
  • Ann Todd Susan Garthwaite
  • Nigel Patrick Tony Garthwaite
  • John Justin Philip Peel
  • Dinah Sheridan Jess Peel
  • Joseph Tomelty Will
  • Denholm Elliott Christopher Ridgefield
  • Jack Allen 'Windy'
  • Ralph Michael Fletcher
  • Leslie Phillips Controller
  • Donald Harron ATA officer
  • Vincent Holman Factor
  • Douglas Muir Controller

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