Japan / Feb 01, 1931
GIANT EPIC OF THE AIR!
1h 40min
Overall average
5.0/10
Plot
Dirigible commander Jack Braden and Navy pilot 'Frisky' Pierce fight over the glory associated with a successful expedition to the South Pole and the love of beautiful Helen, Frisky's wife. After Braden's dirigible expedition fails, Frisky tries an expedition by plane. Unfortunately he crashes and strands his party at the South Pole. Braden must decide between a risky rescue attempt by dirigible and remaining safely at home with Helen.
Main cast
Full cast
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| Emmett Corrigan | Rear Adm. John S. Martin |
| Bess Flowers | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| George 'Gabby' Hayes | Parade Official (uncredited) |
| Richard Alexander | Radio Operator (uncredited) |
| Edward Hearn | Admiral's Aide (uncredited) |
| Selmer Jackson | Lt. Rowland (uncredited) |
| Eddie Kane | Lakehurst Radio Announcer (uncredited) |
| Kenneth MacDonald | Lt. Fogarty (uncredited) |
| Adrian Morris | Dirigible 'Los Angeles' Crewman (uncredited) |
| William H. O'Brien | Sailor (uncredited) |
| Broderick O'Farrell | Doctor (uncredited) |
| Alan Roscoe | Commander of U.S.S. Lexington (uncredited) |
| Harry Strang | Naval Officer (uncredited) |
Genres
AdventureDramaWar
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Dirigible |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Production countries | United States of America |
| Status | Released |
| Production companies | Columbia Pictures |
| Release date | 1 febbraio 1931 |
| Writer | Frank Wead, Jo Swerling |
| Cinematography | Joseph Walker |
| Assistant directors | Frank Capra |
| Camera operators | Joseph Walker |
| Additional photography | Joseph Walker |
Release dates
Theatrical release
United States / Apr 03, 1931
Ireland / Feb 12, 1932 / PG
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