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Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land

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Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land (1983)

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Science-Fiction Thriller 19831h 55m

On the maiden flight of the first hypersonic commercial plane which can make the flight from New York City to London in four hours, a minor disaster occurs resulting in the plane actually leaving the Earth's atmosphere and orbiting around the globe. A lack of heat-resistant tiling prevents the plane from simply re-entering the atmosphere. With oxygen (and therefore time) running out, the crew of the plane and the crew on the ground must figure out a way to return the plane and its passengers to safety.Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land featuring Lee Majors and Hal Linden is streaming with subscription on Prime Video, streaming with subscription on fuboTV, streaming with subscription on MGM+ (Via Philo), and 2 others. It's a Science Fiction and Thriller movie with a less than average IMDb audience rating of 4.8 (1,243 votes).

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Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land is a unique blend of Science-Fiction and Thriller genres, offering a thrilling ride for fans of both genres. The plot revolves around a hypersonic commercial plane that ends up in space, creating a high-stakes scenario that keeps viewers on the edge of their seats.

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The movie, released in 1983, offers a nostalgic look at the era's interpretation of future technology and space travel. The visual effects and cinematography, while dated, provide a charming retro-futuristic aesthetic.

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Despite its lower IMDb and Reelgood scores, Starflight: The Plane That Couldn't Land has a certain cult appeal. The movie's unique premise and execution make it an interesting watch for those who appreciate unconventional Sci-Fi thrillers.

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On the maiden flight of the first hypersonic commercial plane which can make the flight from New York City to London in four hours, a minor disaster occurs resulting in the plane actually leaving the Earth's atmosphere and orbiting around the globe. A lack of heat-resistant tiling prevents the plane from simply re-entering the atmosphere. With oxygen (and therefore time) running out, the crew of the plane and the crew on the ground must figure out a way to return the plane and its passengers to safety.

Age rating: N/A
Runtime: 1h 55m

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Related Genres: Science-FictionThriller
Related Tags: Space
Country of origin: America
Available to watch on: Prime VideofuboTVDIRECTV STREAMMGM+
Original Release Date: Feb 27, 1983