The Spirit of St. Louis1957The Spirit of St. Louis
1957
In 1927, airmail pilot Charles Lindbergh sets out to win the prize for the first nonstop flight from New York to Paris. Alone in a single-engine plane, he remembers how he got there across thirty-three hours over the Atlantic.
The default: films the whole family can watch together; any scary or intense moments for the littlest viewers are flagged in the Context Notes.
Why it’s here
Lindbergh's solo flight: courage, careful preparation, and a quiet prayer over the Atlantic. James Stewart for Billy Wilder.
Context notes
For parents, before you press play.
Dangerous flying (icing, engine stalls, and fighting off sleep) may tense young viewers. Smoking and a mild "danged"; nothing else of note.
The Spirit of St. Louis (1957)
Discussion questions
When the credits end, go around the room. Each person gives the film a score out of ten and says why.
- Why did Lindbergh fly alone?
- What was the most dangerous moment?
- What did he do when he started falling asleep?
- How did Paris greet him?
Content advisory
IMDb parents guide and Dove (via WebSearch): no sex, drugs, or alcohol; occasional smoking; perilous flying.
Trailer
Best edition
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The Spirit of St. Louis (1957)
DVD · August 15, 2006
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Where to stream
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