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Yukon Flight (1940)

"RENFREW AND HIS RED RAIDERS ROAR ACROSS THE SKIES!"

3.919400h 57mEN
AdventureMysteryRomanceWesternAction

Directed by Ralph Staub

Rating

3.9/10

Runtime

0h 57m

Language

EN

Release

January 2, 1940

Director

Ralph Staub

Overview

When the plane owned by the "Yukon and Columbia Mail Service" crashes, RCMP Sergeant Renfrew (James Newill) and Constable Kelly (Dave O'Brien) suspect murder. Their suspicions are confirmed when Renfrew finds the control stick has been jammed, forcing the plane to fly in one direction until the gas ...

Cast

James Newill

James Newill

RCMP Sgt. Renfrew

Louise Stanley

Louise Stanley

Louise Howard

Warren Hull

Warren Hull

Bill Shipley

William Pawley

William Pawley

Yuke Gradeau

Dave O'Brien

Dave O'Brien

Constable Kelly

George Humbert

George Humbert

Nick - Cafe Owner

Karl Hackett

Karl Hackett

Raymond - Airline Owner

Jack Rube Clifford

Jack Rube Clifford

Whispering Smith

Roy Barcroft

Roy Barcroft

Henchman Lodin

Bob Terry

Bob Terry

Henchman DeLong

Earl Douglas

Earl Douglas

Henchman Smokie Joe

Ernie Adams

Ernie Adams

Henry

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Yukon Flight (1940), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

When the plane owned by the "Yukon and Columbia Mail Service" crashes, RCMP Sergeant Renfrew (James Newill) and Constable Kelly (Dave O'Brien) suspect murder. Their suspicions are confirmed when Renfrew finds the control stick has been jammed, forcing the plane to fly in one direction until the gas ran out. Mine owner Louise Howard (Louise Stanley) reports that her superintendent is missing. The Mounties find him murdered and that too has been made to look like an accident. A new mail service pilot, Bill Shipley (Warren Hull), arrives. He had gone to training school with Renfrew but had been cashiered for misconduct. The Mounties discover that Raymond (Karl Hackett), who had been working for Louise, really owns the flying line managed by Yuke Cardoe (William Pawley.) They find proof that all the gold from the mine isn't being turned over to Louise, and suspect that Raymond and Yuke are stealing the gold and shipping it to Seattle by plane.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Yukon Flight. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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