Fresh
The movie manages to fulfill its topical patriotic duties in a way that feels fresh, urgent and honest about its time and place.
Michael Phillips, Chicago Tribune
The Sky's the Limit
Here's a thrill, new and gay! It's a dance filled holiday!
1943 · 1h 29m · APPROVED
Comedy, Music, Romance
Directed by
Edward H. Griffith
Overview
Flying Tiger Fred Atwell sneaks away from his famous squadron's personal appearance tour and goes incognito for several days of leave. He quickly falls for photographer Joan Manion, pursuing her in the guise of a carefree drifter.
Director and cast
- Edward H. Griffith Director
- Fred Astaire as Fred Atwell (Fred Burton)
- Joan Leslie as Joan Manion
- Robert Benchley as Phil Harriman
- Robert Ryan as Reginald Fenton
- Elizabeth Patterson as Mrs. Fisher
- Marjorie Gateson as Canteen Hostess
- Freddie Slack as Freddie Slack - Leader of His Orchestra
- Freddie Slack and His Orchestra as Freddie Slack's Orchestra
- Bobby Barber as Canteen Waiter (uncredited)
- Eric Blore Cast
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