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The Rocketeer [Region 2] | ![The Rocketeer [Region 2]](http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51FR7W1V9SL._SL500_.jpg) | Director: Joe Johnston
Actors: Bill Campbell, Jennifer Connelly, Alan Arkin, Timothy Dalton, Paul Sorvino
Category: DVD
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Rating:  112 reviews
Sales Rank: 168899
Format: PAL
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
Region: 2
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
Running Time: 108 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.2
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.4 x 0.6
EAN: 7321951345631
ASIN: B00004CYQH
Theatrical Release Date: June 21, 1991
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Based on a retro-styled comic book hit of the '80s, this Disney film was meant to launch a whole line of Rocketeer films--but the series began and ended with this one. That's too bad, because this underrated Joe Johnston film has a certain loopy charm. The story centers on a pre-World War II stunt pilot (Bill Campbell) who accidentally comes into possession of a rocket-propelled backpack much coveted by the Nazis. With the aid of his mechanic pal (Alan Arkin), he gets it up and running, then uses it to foil a plot by a gang of vicious Nazi spies (is there any other kind?) led by Timothy Dalton. Jennifer Connelly is on hand as the love interest, but the real fun here is when the Rocketeer takes off. There's also a nifty battle atop an airborne blimp. --Marshall Fine
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 Fun adventure tale! January 23, 2010
Robert Schmidt (Honolulu, HI & Logan, UT USA)
Cliff Secord wants more than anything to fly the fastest plane and win the Nationals. But a bizarre encounter with the FBI and some criminals who have stolen a Howard Hughes-designed jetpack leave his new plane in shambles. The plane is wrecked, the criminals are apprehended, and the FBI leaves.
Somehow, the jetpack is left behind. The FBI recaptured a ... vacuum cleaner.
Secord's mechanic buddy (Peevy) figures out how it works. This is something that really works with this story. Secord isn't some 13 year old who can put on a jetpack and immediately fly through the air. He's an accomplished pilot. And Peevy builds planes! This is a "real" combination that gives their success in figuring out how to use the thing an air of authenticity.
But the bad guys, and then the FBI, resume their search for the jetpack and Secord. Unfortunately, the path to Secord runs through his girlfriend, aspiring actress Jenny. The characters in Jenny's world, including famous actor Neville Sinclair, turn into more than she can imagine!
Enjoyable through and through. Jenny is tough. The crime boss is patriotic. Assassin Lothar is creepy. Howard Hughes is kind. Friendship forges tough and enduring bonds.
What's not to like?
 Great movie - BAD Disney DVD. Should be on Blu-Ray or cleaned up January 18, 2010
PatrickO (New York, NY United States)
I saw this movie at a sneak preview in TImes Square and thought WOW. This is going to be a big hit. The atmosphere and Billy Campbell's effortless charm as Cliff Secord seemed to make this a natural summer blockbuster. The Rocketeer did well, but nothing like Indiana Jones. Sad, because the Rocketeer is as good as that film and better by far than two of the Jones films. For those interested in audio/video quality, this film looked spectacular in the theater. On DVD, it does not. The transfer on the disc is 10 + years old at this point. I was disappointed with it by the standards when it was originally released. If Disney cleaned it up and gave it blockbuster blu-ray treatment, they might be able to start some new buzz and interest in this film, which is just great looking. Jennifer Connelly, Alan Arkin and Timothy (James Bond) Dalton also star in this 40's era comedy thriller. Try it, you'll love it. But for now you have to put up with this murky edition. Bah!
Rocketeer- my favourite film December 31, 2009
John Durham (Upper Hutt, New Zealand)
The story of an unfortunate pilot who loses his prize racing plane when the FBI chase a crook across his airfield. Later he discovers what he was running away with- a rocket pack belonging to Howard Hughes! The billionaire is about to shelve the project due to shortcomings in its design, but our pilot modifies it to compensate for the problem. After that he becomes the Rocketeer when he uses it to save a man from certain death at the air show. Everybody wants to know who he is, but nobody seems to have a clue until...
Why is this not on Blu-ray Disc? Or even a better grade Dvd? December 5, 2009
J. B. Leggett (florida USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
5 stars for the movie , 1 star for the dvd. One has to ask themselves why is this beloved classic not on Blu-Ray Disc yet? Or even an up-to-date / modern edition dvd? I just can't understand it? This Low grade unamamorphic tranfer make's this a less than stellar view and any fan a little cranky. Your Probally better off Sticking with a nice full-screen video tape until a better edition comes out. Nothing wrong with that at all.
The Rocketeer is a fun film! October 3, 2009
Michaeline Melendez (Albuquerque, NM. USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I remember the first time I saw the rocketeer in the movie theatre I really thought it was a great film and now I purchased it on DVD. I really missed this film because it is a fun film and it something everyone can enjoy with your family and friends. The movie and it's character are totally authentic to the time period of the nineteen thirties. I would highly recommend this film to any and everyone.
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