Top 10 Airplane Disaster Dramas

Description: Part of the Airport disaster film series, this movie focuses on a Concorde flight facing multiple threats, including a missile attack, showcasing the drama of an airplane in peril.

Fact: It was the last film in the Airport series and featured an all-star cast, including Alain Delon and Susan Blakely.

Description: Based on the true story of a Uruguayan rugby team's plane crash in the Andes, this film explores the survivors' harrowing journey, making it a poignant addition to our list.

Fact: The film was shot in the actual Andes mountains where the crash occurred, providing an authentic backdrop to the story.

Description: Although more of an action thriller, this film involves a hijacking of the President's plane, showcasing the tension and drama of an airplane crisis.

Fact: The film was one of the first to use CGI to create the interior of Air Force One, as filming inside the real plane was not possible.

Description: This disaster film includes a subplot where a space shuttle mission goes awry, leading to a dramatic re-entry and crash, adding to the film's intense narrative.

Fact: The film was released the same year as "Armageddon," leading to comparisons between the two asteroid disaster movies.

Description: This film, while not exclusively about an airplane, features a dramatic air rescue attempt during a catastrophic storm, making it a fitting addition to our list. It's a tale of human endurance and the fight against nature's fury.

Fact: The film was based on a real event, and the storm depicted was a combination of three separate weather systems, known as the "Perfect Storm."

Description: While focused on a global weather catastrophe, it features a plane crash due to extreme weather conditions, highlighting the chaos and human struggle in the face of disaster.

Fact: The film used real weather data to simulate the catastrophic events, making the scenarios somewhat plausible.

Description: A harrowing real-time account of the passengers and crew of United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001, who fought back against the hijackers, preventing further tragedy.

Fact: The film was made with the cooperation of the families of the passengers and crew, and some actors played real-life individuals involved in the event.

Description: While primarily a survival film, it begins with a plane crash in the Alaskan wilderness, setting the stage for a gripping tale of human endurance and the fight for survival.

Fact: Liam Neeson performed many of his own stunts, including the intense fight scenes with wolves.

Description: Denzel Washington stars as a pilot who heroically saves a plane from crashing, only to face the aftermath of his actions. This film explores the personal and professional consequences of an airplane disaster.

Fact: The film's opening sequence was shot in a real Boeing 727, which was modified for the crash landing scene.

Description: Based on the true story of Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, who safely landed a plane on the Hudson River, this film delves into the investigation and the human side of an aviation miracle.

Fact: Tom Hanks spent time with the real Sully to prepare for the role, and the film used actual footage from the incident.