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Return Flight

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Whilst coming into land after a routine flight, Captain Rolph suddenly takes evasive action to avoid a WWII Lancaster bomber. But neither his co-pilot or traffic control saw such a plane. It seems to be a straightforward case of…

DirectorRodney Bennett
WriterRobert Holmes
ProducerInnes Lloyd

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Cast · Directed by Rodney Bennett

PBPeter Barkworth
Peter Barkworth
Captain Rolph
BB
Bernard Brown
Frank Warley
AMArtro Morris
Artro Morris
Samuels
DFDiana Fairfax
Diana Fairfax
Rosalind Warley
DLDenis Lill
Denis Lill
Froggat
ADAnthony Dutton
Anthony Dutton
Armstrong
KM
Karin MacCarthy
Zoe
BF
Barrie Fletcher
Arthur Shaw
CD
Christopher Denham
Radar Controller
LA
Laurie Asprey
Ground Controller
RARoger Avon
Roger Avon
Police Inspector
CF
Candida Fawsitt
Linda

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Return Flight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Return Flight?

Return Flight isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is Return Flight on Netflix?

No, Return Flight is not on Netflix in Australia as of October 2026.

Is Return Flight on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Return Flight isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch Return Flight for free?

Return Flight isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Return Flight?

Return Flight hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around December 31, 1972. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.