Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac 1984
“The True Story”
What is Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac?
Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac is a 1984 made-for-television drama film. The true story is based on the crash of Air Florida Flight 90, which occurred on January 13, 1982, in Washington, D.C.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1984
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 96 minutes
- Release date
- Apr 1, 1984
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions, NBC
- Genres
- Drama, TV Movie
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.2/10 from 11 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~96 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Finnegan/Pinchuk Productions, NBC
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Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac is a 1984 made-for-television drama film. The true story is based on the crash of Air Florida Flight 90, which occurred on January 13, 1982, in Washington, D.C. The aircraft crashed into the Potomac River, specifically into the 14th Street Bridge, while carrying 74 passengers and five crew members. The film follows the main players throughout the day, taking care to re-create what actually went wrong, who died, and who survived. The production incorporates actual footage from the day, along with accurate representations of the aircraft type and the airline. The tragic event resulted in 78 fatalities. Released in the United States on April 1, 1984, the drama has a runtime of one hour and thirty-six minutes.
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“A gripping exploration of drama and tv movie that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac worth watching?
Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 11 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac and when was it released?
Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac is a feature film with a runtime of 96 minutes. It was released in 1984. Release status: Released.
Who directed Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac?
Flight 90: Disaster on the Potomac was directed by Robert Michael Lewis.
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