Skyward(1980)

A touching drama of a handicapped teenager and her quest for the freedom of the skies.

7.1(7)1h 40mNovember 20, 1980

Synopsis

Billie Dupree is a flight instructor at an old Texas airport. When a young girl in a wheelchair finds the airport by watching gliders fly, she decides she wants to learn how to fly. Dupree teaches her to fly with some special controls compensating for her handicap. Koup Trenton runs an aircraft repair service and is trying desperately to get an old airplane back in the air. The three, together, put the young girl and the old plane up in the air.

Directed by Ron Howard

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Cast

Bette Davis

Billie Dupree

Howard Hesseman

Koup Trenton

Suzy Barbieri

Julie Ward

Marion Ross

Natalie Ward

Clu Gulager

Steve Ward

Ben Marley

Scott Billings

Lisa Whelchel

Lisa Ward

Irma P. Hall

Mrs. Sinclair

Mark Wheeler

Mr. Olsen

Jessie Lee Fulton

Secretary

Bill Thurman

Pilot #1

Rance Howard

Pilot #2

Rhonda Minton

Stephanie

Gene Pietragallo

Jason

Greta Blackburn

Miss Russell

Jeff Nicholson

Theatre Usher

Kate Finlayson

Nurse

Rusty McCaskey

Boy in Class

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Skyward — frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Skyward?+

We don't currently track a streaming service carrying Skyward in your region. Check back — availability changes regularly.

When did Skyward come out?+

Skyward was released in 1980.

How long is Skyward?+

Skyward runs for 100 minutes (1 hour and 40 minutes).

Who directed Skyward?+

Skyward was directed by Ron Howard.

Who stars in Skyward?+

Skyward stars Bette Davis, Howard Hesseman, Suzy Barbieri, Marion Ross and Clu Gulager.

Skyward(1980)

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