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201290 min0documentary

8.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Military World War Ii

Bomber Boys

201290 min0documentary

8.0/ 10(4 ratings)• TMDB

Colin McGregor learns to fly a Lancaster bomber, a key aircraft used by Bomber Command during World War II.

Military World War Ii

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Colin McGregor learns to fly a Lancaster bomber, a key aircraft used by Bomber Command during World War II.

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Harvey Lilleydirector

Colin McGregor

Colin McGregorcast

Ewan McGregor

Ewan McGregorcast

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Colin McGregor takes to the skies in a Lancaster bomber, a key aircraft used by Bomber Command during World War II. Alongside his brother Ewan McGregor, he investigates the operations of the Royal Air Force and the men who fought over occupied Europe. The film addresses the bravery of these airmen and the controversies surrounding their missions, which have sparked debate for nearly 70 years. It provides a detailed look at the challenges faced by the RAF over six years of conflict.

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