Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes (1965)

As the dawn of the 20th century unfolds, a new, thrilling era of aviation is taking flight, its wings still fluttering with youthful energy. The year is 1910, and the world is agog with the sheer audacity of these magnificent men in their flying machines. Amidst this exhilarating backdrop, Lord Rawnsley (Robert Morley), the proprietor of the Daily Post newspaper, envisages a thrilling spectacle to boost his circulation - a daring air race from London to Paris. Despite his personal indifference towards aviation, Rawnsley hopes to showcase Britain's supremacy in this burgeoning field and secure a victory for his expected future son-in-law, Richard Mays (James Fox). Mays, an enterprising spirit, envisions the race as a potent opportunity to unite the world's leading aviation minds and push the boundaries of flying machine design. Unbeknownst to Rawnsley, his daughter Patricia (Sarah Miles) harbors her own secret ambitions. Patricia, a woman of adventurous spirit, yearns for the thrill of the skies. Against her father's expectations and societal norms, she harbors a fierce determination to join the airborne competitors, igniting a fiery subplot of defiance and ambition. As news of this audacious race spreads across the globe, it attracts daring entrants from all corners, turning the race into an intense competition of not just speed and skill, but national pride. With flying more than five miles still considered a remarkable feat, the challenge of crossing the twenty-two mile expanse between Dover, England and Calais, France stirs unparalleled excitement and tension. Among the colorful ensemble of competitors is the American cowboy Orvil Newton (Stuart Whitman), whose immediate attraction to Patricia adds a layer of romantic intrigue to the high-stakes race. His willingness to fulfill Patricia’s dreams of flight, against Richard's caution, ignites a riveting contest for not only the trophy but Patricia's affections. Thus, the stage is set for a thrilling airborne spectacle where ambitions soar, hearts flutter, and the fate of nations hangs in the balance.

Those Magnificent Men in Their Flying Machines or How I Flew from London to Paris in 25 Hours 11 Minutes is a comedy movie featuring Stuart Whitman and directed by Ken Annakin.

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