Plot — What is Flight of the Phoenix about?
When an oil rig in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia proves unproductive, an aircraft crew are sent to shut the operation down and fly them out. On the flight out over the desert on the way to Beijing, Capt. Frank Towns and co-pilot A.J. are unable to keep their cargo plane, a C-119 Flying Boxcar, in the air when a violent sandstorm strikes. Crash-landing in a remote uncharted part of the desert, the two pilots and their passengers -- a crew of oil workers and a drifter -- must work together to survive by rebuilding the aircraft. Soon, low supplies and a band of merciless smugglers add even greater urgency to their task.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2004 |
| Genre | Action, Adventure, Drama |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 113 min |
| Audience Score | 60% (6.0/10, 974 votes) |
Flight of the Phoenix — FAQ
Is Flight of the Phoenix worth watching? Flight of the Phoenix holds a 6.0/10 rating from 974 viewers. When an oil rig in the Gobi Desert of Mongolia proves unproductive, an aircraft crew are sent to shut the operation down and fly them out. On the flight out over the desert on the way to Beijing, Capt. Frank Towns and co
Who directed Flight of the Phoenix? Directed by John Moore.
Who is in the cast of Flight of the Phoenix? It stars Dennis Quaid, Tyrese Gibson, Giovanni Ribisi, Miranda Otto, Tony Curran, Sticky Fingaz and more.
Where can I stream Flight of the Phoenix? You can stream Flight of the Phoenix on Disney Plus. Availability may vary by region.
When did Flight of the Phoenix release? It released in 2004.
