Comedy ·Romance ·Music · United States of America · 1943 · 1h 29m

The Sky's the Limit

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Director
Edward H. Griffith
Cast
Fred Astaire as Fred Atwell (Fred Burton) Joan Leslie as Joan Manion Robert Benchley as Philip 'Phil' Harriman Robert Ryan as Reginald Fenton Elizabeth Patterson as Mrs. Fisher Marjorie Gateson as Canteen Hostess
Crew
Russell Metty — Director of Photography Roland Gross — Editor Harold Arlen — Original Music Composer Lynn Root — Screenplay Frank Fenton — Screenplay David Hempstead — Producer
Tagline

Here's a thrill, new and gay! It's a dance filled holiday!

Synopsis

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.

Mood & Themes
musical
Key Collaborators
Edward H. Griffith Director Russell Metty Director of Photography Roland Gross Editor Harold Arlen Original Music Composer Lynn Root Screenplay Frank Fenton Screenplay David Hempstead Producer Renié Costume Design
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