Movies About Pilots

Updated May 1, 2024

So many films have talked about Movies About Pilots. Here are 25 of our favorites.

Red Blooded (2017)

★★★★

3.6 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Reba McEntire, Saamer Usmani, Jack Coleman, Amanda Detmer, starring
Rated TV-14

Red Blooded is a 2017 drama directed by Stars and starring Reba McEntire, Saamer Usmani, Jack Coleman, and Amanda Detmer. The film follows the story of single mother Carrie Barnes (McEntire), who is struggling to make ends meet while raising her teenage son. When her son gets in trouble with the law, she is forced to turn to extremes to pay his bail. Along the way, she discovers a hidden talent for underground sports gambling. With the help of an unlikely ally, she finds success and a newfound sense of independence, ultimately learning to stand up for herself and her son.

Unit Zero (2017)

★★★★

3.6 out of 4 stars

From David Gordon Green, starring Toni Collette, Ayden Mayeri, Rob Huebel, Jamey Sheridan

Unit Zero is a comedic spy thriller set in the early 1990s starring Toni Collette as Jackie Fink, an ace engineer and single mother who is recruited to a secret government agency to lead a team of misfit spies on a mission to save the world. With the help of her team, which includes a former Navy SEAL, a linguist, a computer expert, and a weapons expert, Jackie must uncover a sinister plot that could put the entire world in danger. Along the way, she discovers her own hidden talents and strength, and finds love and friendship. With comedy, drama, and espionage, Unit Zero is an action-packed and inspiring adventure for the whole family.

The Good Doctor (2017)

★★★★

3.2 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Freddie Highmore, Hill Harper, Richard Schiff, Christina Chang, starring
Rated TV-14

The Good Doctor is a 2017 medical drama film directed by Lance Daly and starring Freddie Highmore, Hill Harper, Richard Schiff, and Christina Chang. The film follows Shaun Murphy (Highmore), a young surgeon with autism and savant syndrome, who moves from a quiet country life to join the staff at a prestigious hospital's surgical unit. Along the way, Shaun must contend with his colleagues' doubts about his abilities and his own self-doubt. With the help of his mentor, Dr. Aaron Glassman (Harper), and Dr. Neil Melendez (Schiff), Shaun must prove not only to his colleagues, but to himself, that he has what it takes to become the world's best surgeon.

The Resident (2018)

★★★★

3.1 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Matt Czuchry, Manish Dayal, Bruce Greenwood, Malcolm-Jamal Warner, starring
Rated TV-14

The Resident is a 2018 American medical drama film directed by Antti J. Jokinen and written by Antti J. Jokinen and Robert Market. The film follows a young doctor (Matt Czuchry) who moves into a luxury high-rise and quickly discovers that the building's owner (Bruce Greenwood) is not what he seems. Despite warnings from a nurse (Manish Dayal), the doctor begins to investigate the dark secrets behind the building. As he uncovers the truth, he is forced to race against time to save his own life and the lives of those around him.

Kevin (Probably) Saves the World (2017)

★★★★

3.1 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Jason Ritter, JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Kimberly Hebert Gregory, India de Beaufort, starring
Rated TV-14

Kevin (Probably) Saves the World is a 2017 comedy-drama television series starring Jason Ritter, JoAnna Garcia Swisher, Kimberly Hebert Gregory, and India de Beaufort. The show follows Kevin Finn, a down-on-his-luck man who is visited by an angel and told he is tasked with saving the world. With his newfound mission, Kevin sets out to make the world a better place with the help of his family and friends. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about friendship, self-discovery, and faith. Kevin (Probably) Saves the World is a heartwarming and uplifting story that will leave viewers feeling inspired.

SEAL Team (2017)

★★★★

3.1 out of 4 stars

From Stars: David Boreanaz, Neil Brown Jr., A.J. Buckley, Toni Trucks, starring
Rated TV-14

SEAL Team is a military drama series that follows the professional and personal lives of the most elite unit of Navy SEALs as they train, plan, and execute the most dangerous, high-stakes missions our country can ask of them. Led by Jason Hayes (David Boreanaz), the team is composed of the best of the best in their field, including his trusted confidant, Ray Perry (Neil Brown Jr.), Sonny Quinn (A.J. Buckley), and Clay Spenser (Max Thieriot). As the members face daunting missions and evolving personal relationships, they are continually tested, pushing the boundaries of their capabilities. SEAL Team is an action-packed series that gives an inside look at the special ops team and their courageous missions.

Good Girls (2018)

★★★★

3.1 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Christina Hendricks, Retta, Mae Whitman, Reno Wilson, starring
Rated TV-14

Good Girls is a 2018 dark comedy crime film directed by Jenna Bans. It follows three suburban mothers, Beth (Christina Hendricks), Ruby (Retta), and Annie (Mae Whitman) who are fed up with their mundane lives and decide to break out of their comfort zones and make some fast cash. The women plan to rob a local grocery store, only to find out that the store is a front for a mob boss. The women become entangled in a dangerous criminal underworld and must take extreme measures to protect themselves and their families. With their newfound power and money, each of the women takes risks and makes decisions that challenge their relationships and force them to redefine what it means to be a "good girl".

The Brave (2017)

★★★★

3 out of 4 stars

From Stars: Anne Heche, Mike Vogel, Tate Ellington, Demetrius Grosse, starring
Rated TV-14

The Brave is a 2017 American action drama directed by Johnny Martin. It stars Anne Heche, Mike Vogel, Tate Ellington and Demetrius Grosse. The story follows a team of elite undercover military operatives who must go beyond the call of duty to protect their country from a powerful new threat. Led by their mysterious captain, the team embarks on a vicious mission to take down a dangerous terrorist cell that is plotting an attack in America. With their lives on the line, the team must use all of their cunning, skill and strength to save their country and the world.