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The Lion Has Wings

The Lion Has Wings

Adrian Brunel, Brian Desmond Hurst, Michael Powell, Alexander Korda

1939

  • Documentary
  • War
  • Drama
6.4

This early, influential propaganda film blends documentary and studio footage to show the valiant efforts of the Royal Air Force to defend the British people against the Nazis.

Cast & crew

  • Adrian BrunelDirector
  • Brian Desmond HurstDirector
  • Michael PowellDirector
  • Merle OberonMrs. Richardson
  • Ralph RichardsonWing Commander Richardson
  • June DuprezJune
  • Flora RobsonQueen Elizabeth I (archive footage)
  • Robert DouglasBriefing Officer
  • Anthony BushellPilot
  • Brian WorthBobby
  • Austin TrevorSchulemberg - German Air Chief of Staff

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