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The High and the Mighty

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The High and the Mighty is a 1954 American aviation drama directed by William A. Wellman and written by Ernest K. Gann. Starring John Wayne, the film was produced in WarnerColor and CinemaScope, adapting Gann’s 1953 novel.

It details an incident involving a commercial airliner.

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What is The High and the Mighty?

The High and the Mighty is a 1954 American aviation drama directed by William A. Wellman and written by Ernest K. Gann. Starring John Wayne, the film was produced in WarnerColor and CinemaScope, adapting Gann’s 1953 novel. It details an incident involving a commercial airliner.

How good is The High and the Mighty?
The High and the Mighty scores 7.22/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the War Movie category.
What are the best alternatives to The High and the Mighty?
See our alternatives page for The High and the Mighty for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: The Enemy Below, Battleground, Run Silent, Run Deep.
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Is The High and the Mighty worth it in 2026?
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