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On the Threshold of Space(1956)
Status: Released
Date: 1956-03-29
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Time: 1h 38m
They Soar to Glory!... The Flying Scientists of the U.S. Air Force!
Overview:
In the early stages of the space program, Capt. Jim Hollenbeck undergoes any experiment needed to ensure success in the new Air Force branch -- even though he's not required to be a subject in the tests. Always remaining a constant source of support, his wife, Pat, accepts his unwavering commitment to scientific progress. When Maj. Ward Thomas becomes the new head of the program, Hollenbeck must convince him of the necessity of taking the extra steps.
Languages: English.
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Movie: On the Threshold of Space
Top 9 Billed Cast
Guy Madison
Capt. Jim Hollenbeck
Virginia Leith
Pat Lange
Dean Jagger
Dr. Hugo Thornton
John Hodiak
Maj. Ward Thomas
Martin Milner
Lt. Mort Glenn
Warren Stevens
Capt. Mike Bentley
King Calder
Lee Welch
Walter Coy
Lt. Col. Dick Masters
Ken Clark
Sgt. Ike Forbes
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In the early stages of the space program, Capt. Jim Hollenbeck undergoes any experiment needed to ensure success in the new Air Force branch -- even though he's not required to be a subject in the tests. Always remaining a constant source of support, his wife, Pat, accepts his unwavering commitment to scientific progress. When Maj. Ward Thomas becomes the new head of the program, Hollenbeck must convince him of the necessity of taking the extra steps.
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1956-03-29
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They Soar to Glory!... The Flying Scientists of the U.S. Air Force!
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