Race for the Yankee Zephyr (1981)

Finding it after four decades is quite a challenge…. but holding onto it is really an adventure!

Race for the Yankee Zephyr (1981) poster

In a lake high in the mountains of New Zealand hunter Gibbie Gibson discovers a plane wreck from WW2. When he tells it around, a gang of crooks follows and threatens him and his daughter, because they know there are 50 million dollars in the wreck. Helicopter pilot Barney helps Gibbie against them, risking his life thereby.

Director: David Hemmings
Genre: Action, Adventure
Runtime: 108 min
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Cast

Screenplay

Music: Brian May
Cinematography: Vincent Monton
Editing: John Laing
Production: Hemdale, Enterprise Films, Pact Productions
Country: Australia, New Zealand, United States of America
Language: Français, English
Original Language: en

Keywords

new zealand, airplane wreck

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Race for the Yankee Zephyr about?
In a lake high in the mountains of New Zealand hunter Gibbie Gibson discovers a plane wreck from WW2. When he tells it around, a gang of crooks follows and threatens him and his daughter, because they know there are 50 million dollars in the wreck. Helicopter pilot Barney helps Gibbie against them, risking his life thereby.
Who directed Race for the Yankee Zephyr?
Race for the Yankee Zephyr was directed by David Hemmings.
Who stars in Race for the Yankee Zephyr?
Race for the Yankee Zephyr stars Ken Wahl, Lesley Ann Warren, Donald Pleasence, George Peppard, Bruno Lawrence, Grant Tilly.
How long is Race for the Yankee Zephyr?
Race for the Yankee Zephyr has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).
What genre is Race for the Yankee Zephyr?
Race for the Yankee Zephyr is a Action, Adventure film.
Where was Race for the Yankee Zephyr produced?
Race for the Yankee Zephyr was produced in Australia, New Zealand, United States of America.