Flying High

A former fighter pilot with a fear of flying is forced to take the controls of an airliner when the crew and passengers fall ill from food poisoning. He must overcome his phobia and navigate the plane to a safe landing, all while dealing with a demanding air traffic controller and the lingering presence of his ex-girlfriend, a flight attendant on board.

The film was a major critical and commercial success, praised for its fast-paced humor, witty dialogue, and slapstick comedy. It is widely regarded as a classic of the disaster movie parody genre and a beloved comedy from the late 1970s.

• Praised for its relentless and intelligent parody of disaster films.
• Celebrated for its sharp wit, physical comedy, and memorable characters.
• A groundbreaking comedy that established the Zucker, Abrahams, and Zucker comedic style.

Google audience: Viewers consistently praise the film for its laugh-out-loud humor, clever gags, and quotable lines. Many appreciate its nostalgic charm and the effective parody of the disaster movie genre. Some minor criticisms occasionally mention the humor not always landing for every viewer, but the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive.

The film's iconic "jive talk" scene was improvised by star Robert Hays, who had a background in theater and improv.