Skyward
A touching drama of a handicapped teenager and her quest for the freedom of the skies.
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Skyward
- Genres: Drama, Family, TV Movie
- Release Date: 1980-11-20
- Runtime: 100 minutes
- Rating: 6.9/10 (5 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Anson Productions, Major H Productions
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.9973
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Bette Davis
as Billie Dupree
Howard Hesseman
as Koup Trenton
Suzy Barbieri
as Julie Ward
Marion Ross
as Natalie Ward
Clu Gulager
as Steve Ward
Ben Marley
as Scott Billings
Lisa Whelchel
as Lisa Ward
Irma P. Hall
as Mrs. Sinclair
Mark Wheeler
as Mr. Olsen
Jessie Lee Fulton
as Secretary
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Skyward 1980 NBC Movie Promo
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skyward?▼
Skyward is a Drama, Family, TV Movie movie directed by . It was released on 1980-11-20.
Who are the main actors in Skyward?▼
The main cast includes Bette Davis, Howard Hesseman, Suzy Barbieri, Marion Ross, Clu Gulager, .
Where can I watch Skyward online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Skyward is available.
Is Skyward based on a true story?▼
A touching drama of a handicapped teenager and her quest for the freedom of the skies.
What is the IMDb rating of Skyward?▼
Skyward has an IMDb rating of 6.9/10 based on 5 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Skyward?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Skyward?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Anson Productions, Major H Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Skyward filmed?▼
Skyward was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Skyward?▼
The total runtime of Skyward is 100 minutes.
Is Skyward suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Skyward?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Skyward.
Does Skyward have a post-credit scene?▼
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