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Still from Strategic Air Command — Strategic Air Command (1955) — Anthony MannPhotographed by William H. Daniels

Poster for Strategic Air Command

Anthony Mann

Strategic Air Command

English / 1955 / 1h 52m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Drama War Action

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Synopsis

Air Force reservist Lt. Col. Robert "Dutch" Holland is recalled into active duty at the peak of his professional baseball career.

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Anthony Mann Directs James Stewart
Position 8

Credits

Crew

DirectorAnthony Mann

WriterValentine Davies, Beirne Lay Jr.

CinematographerWilliam H. Daniels

Composer

EditorEda Warren

ProducerSamuel J. Briskin

Cast

James Stewartas Robert "Dutch" Holland

June Allysonas Sally Holland

Frank Lovejoyas Ennis Hawkes

Barry Sullivanas Rocky Samford

Alex Nicolas Ike Knowland

Bruce Bennettas Gen. Espy

Jay C. Flippenas Tom Doyle

James Millicanas Rusty Castle

Rosemary DeCampas Mrs. Thorne

Richard Shannonas Flight Instructor Pilot

Harry Morganas Sergeant Bible

Bess Flowersas Party Guest (uncredited)

John McKeeas Captain Symington

Strother Martinas Airman

Richard Lupinoas Lieutenant Controller

Strategic Air Command (1955) | Criteria