Flying Tigers
Flying Tigers
Jim Gordon commands a unit of the famed Flying Tigers, the American Volunteer Group which fought the Japanese in China before America's entry into World War II. Gordon must send his outnumbered band of fighter pilots out against overwhelming odds while juggling the disparate personalities and problems of his fellow flyers.
Mister Arn reviewedJune 7, 2025
“Flying Tigers” is a wartime action film that doubles as a patriotic rallying cry. Starring John Wayne, it offers a dramatized portrayal of the American Volunteer Group (AVG) fighting in China before the U.S. officially entered World War II. Don’t look for strict historical accuracy; this is fiction, not a memoir. The aerial combat scenes are thrilling, even if pieced together from stock footage. As a product of its era, it leans heavily on propaganda and reflects the racial stereotypes common at the time. For fans of John Wayne or classic World War II films, it still holds appeal.