Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies
The story of Ace Eli... when planes were young and the world was innocent... except for Ace's son Rodger... Rodger of the Skies.
The story of Ace Eli Walford, a 1920s stunt flyer who barnstorms around the country, taking his eleven-year-old son Rodger with him as he goes from town to town. The place is rural Kansas, and the time is midsummer in the early nineteen-twenties, not long after World War I. Eli (Cliff Robertson), a barn storming pilot who has the emotional make-up of an 11-year-old, and Rodger (Eric Shea), his 11-year-old son who possesses the wisdom of the ancients, set off to see the world, which means flying all the way to San Willow. To Eli, San Willow seems to be as fabled as Xanadu and quite as remote. In essence, "Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies" is about the adventures of Rodger and Eli getting from nowhere to nowhere. Eli, a killer with the ladies at first, always leaves them unsatisfied. He seems to have a sex problem. Rodger spends a lot of his time getting his dad out of scrapes. He also drinks, smokes and goes to sleep at night crying for his deceased mom.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies
- Genres: Romance, Drama, Adventure
- Release Date: 1973-03-31
- Runtime: 89 minutes
- Rating: 4.7/10 (6 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 2.3966
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Cliff Robertson
as Ace Eli Walford
Eric Shea
as Roger Walford
Pamela Franklin
as Shelby
Rosemary Murphy
as Hannah
Bernadette Peters
as Allison
Alice Ghostley
as Sister Lite
Kelly Jean Peters
as Rachel
Don Keefer
as Mr. Parsons
Patricia Smith
as Mrs. Wilma Walford
Royal Dano
as Jake
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies is a Romance, Drama, Adventure movie directed by . It was released on 1973-03-31.
Who are the main actors in Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
The main cast includes Cliff Robertson, Eric Shea, Pamela Franklin, Rosemary Murphy, Bernadette Peters, .
Where can I watch Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies is available.
Is Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies based on a true story?▼
The story of Ace Eli... when planes were young and the world was innocent... except for Ace's son Rodger... Rodger of the Skies.
What is the IMDb rating of Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies has an IMDb rating of 4.7/10 based on 6 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
The soundtrack was composed by 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies filmed?▼
Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
The total runtime of Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies is 89 minutes.
Is Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies.
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