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Spitfire

The story of the fighter aircraft that became an international icon, told in the words of the last-surviving World War II veterans combined with stunning contemporary and historical aerial footage.

An epic, sweeping tale of determination, vision and courage, this documentary is the story of an aircraft that was forged in competition, shaped as the war clouds gathered, and refined in the white heat of combat.

Told in the words of the last-surviving World War II veterans, with stunning contemporary and historical aerial footage, Spitfire explores how an extraordinary plane became an international icon.

1 hour, 31 minutes

Last on

Mon 14 Sep 202021:00

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RoleContributor
DirectorAnthony Palmer
DirectorDavid Fairhead
ProducerAnthony Palmer
ProducerDavid Fairhead

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