Movie Description

The Birdmen

(1973)

Overview

During WWII an American soldier sent to Norway to help with the escape of a scientist working on the atomic bomb for the Germans. Before they can escape they are captured and sent to a POW prison camp in an alpine castle. Cook must find a way to escape with the scientist before the Gestapo discover the Norwegian's true identity and convinces the other prisoners to build a two person glider in which they plan to escape.

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Original TitleThe Birdmen

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1973-11-08

Original LanguageEnglish

Runtime 01h 14m

Production CompaniesUniversal Television,Silverton Productions

Genres

  • War
  • Drama
  • History
  • TV Movie