Tail Spin
Storyline & Plot Summary
Trixie is a female pilot looking to win a big race to advance her career. During one race, however, her plane becomes damaged, and she needs help to repair it. She meets a Navy pilot named "Tex" Price and tries to gain his aid. Tex soon meets another pilot, Gerry, a novice who seeks to win an important upcoming race. Tex, concerned for Gerry's safety, tries to convince her not to race. But Gerry, now a rival of Trixie's, is determined to fly.
Production Details
Cast
Alice Faye
Trixie Lee
Constance Bennett
Gerry Lester
Nancy Kelly
Lois Allen
Joan Davis
Babe Dugan
Charles Farrell
Bud
Jane Wyman
Alabama
Kane Richmond
Lieutenant Dick 'Tex' Price
Wally Vernon
Chick
Joan Valerie
Sunny
Harry Davenport
T.P. Lester
Edward Norris
Speed Allen
J. Anthony Hughes
Al Moore
Mary Gordon
Mrs. Lee
Robert Allen
Charlie
Irving Bacon
Storekeeper (Uncredited)
Helen Brown
Gerry's Nurse (Uncredited)
William B. Davidson
Sales Manager (Uncredited)
Fern Emmett
Matilda, Gerry's Maid (Uncredited)
Jonathan Hale
Racing Official Starter (Uncredited)
Sam Hayes
Announcer (Uncredited)
Audience Reviews & Detailed Breakdown
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An absolute masterpiece of modern cinema! The character arcs are deeply emotional and the musical score heightens every single scene.
Great pacing throughout the entire story. The leads have insane chemistry together. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a compelling watch.