“JR” (Sir Ralph Richardson) is a magnate determined to develop an aircraft that can break the speed of sound. This is no mean feat, and with the man becoming all but obsessed with this breakthrough, he engages “Tony” (Nigel Patrick) who just happens to be married to his daughter “Susan” (Ann Todd) to follow in the footsteps of his predecessor, quite literally, “Chris” (Denholm Elliott). What this film does manage is…
Top Cast
Ralph Richardson
John Ridgefield
Ann Todd
Susan Garthwaite
Nigel Patrick
Tony Garthwaite
John Justin
Philip Peel
Dinah Sheridan
Jess Peel
Joseph Tomelty
Will
Denholm Elliott
Christopher Ridgefield
Jack Allen
'Windy'
Ralph Michael
Fletcher
Leslie Phillips
Controller
Donald Harron
ATA officer
Vincent Holman
Factor
Douglas Muir
Controller
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FAQ about The Sound Barrier
What is The Sound Barrier about?
A young RAF pilot tests his father-in-law’s prototype supersonic aircraft to the limit, at a time of intense development in the field of aviation, just as commercial jet airliners are about to enter service.
When was The Sound Barrier released?
The Sound Barrier was released in 1952.
What genres does The Sound Barrier belong to?
The Sound Barrier is categorised as Drama, Romance, War.
Who stars in The Sound Barrier?
The cast of The Sound Barrier includes Ralph Richardson, Ann Todd, Nigel Patrick, John Justin, Dinah Sheridan.