Burning Blue (2014): Ratings & Plot
Burning Blue is a 2014 biographical drama directed by D.M.W. Greer. It runs 1 hour 36 minutes. Critics gave it 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 29 on Metacritic.
- Released
- Runtime
- 1h 36m (96 min)
- Director
- D.M.W. Greer
- Original language
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English - Studio
- Lionsgate
- After the credits
- No No extra scene
What Is Burning Blue About?
The premise of Burning Blue without spoilers. The whole story is in the plot summary further down.
Within an elite Navy pilot squadron, a series of tragic accidents jeopardizes their impeccable record. An investigation reveals underlying tensions within the group and exposes a clandestine romance between two of the fliers. This scandal threatens to dismantle their relationships and puts their courage, honor, and loyalty to the ultimate test as the truth behind the disasters comes to light.
The Director of Burning Blue
Directed by D.M.W. Greer.
- Director D.M.W. Greer
Burning Blue Reviews & Ratings
Critics gave Burning Blue 25% on Rotten Tomatoes and 29 on Metacritic.
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Rotten Tomatoes 25% Tomatometer
Popcornmeter 52%
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Metacritic 29 Metascore
User score 5.9
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TMDB 62% User score
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Letterboxd 2.8 /5
3 ratings
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Movie Insider 3.7 /5
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Burning Blue Plot Summary
What happens in Burning Blue from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 14 key events. The opening is below; the full summary is a 1-minute read.
Spoilers ahead
Best friends and Lieutenants Dan Lynch and Will Stephensen are accomplished U.S. Navy fighter pilots dedicated to flying the impressive McDonnell Douglas F/A-18C/D Hornet fighter aircraft. Their ambition drives them to strive to be the youngest pilots ever accepted into the esteemed space program. However, their aspirations take a turn when a couple of unfortunate accidents occur—one notably resulting from Will’s deteriorating eyesight. This situation thrusts their unit into the spotlight of an NCIS investigation led by the meticulous John Cokely.
Full summary
The whole story of Burning Blue, scene by scene
Burning Blue Trailers & Videos
The trailer of Burning Blue.
How Well Do You Know Burning Blue?
10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.
Question 1 of 10
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Which branch of the U.S. military do Dan Lynch and Will Stephensen serve in as Lieutenants?
Cars in Burning Blue
8 cars on screen, including the 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 and the 1996 BMW Z3 E36/7.
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1967 Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray C2 Main role -
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1974 Chevrolet Caprice Classic Minor role -
1959 Chevrolet Corvette C1 Minor role
Burning Blue Also Known As
9 alternative titles, including “Se brûler les ailes” and “Небо в огне”.
- Also known as
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- Se brûler les ailes
- Небо в огне
- Пламтеће плаветнило
- Горящая синева
- 燃烧蓝
- Chama Azul
- Горящо синьо
- 버닝 블루
- כחול בוער
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Burning Blue FAQ: Runtime, Release Date & Director
Runtime, release date, director, ratings and post-credit scenes of Burning Blue, each answered in a sentence.
How long is Burning Blue?
Burning Blue runs 1 hour 36 minutes (96 minutes).
When was Burning Blue released?
Burning Blue was released on June 6, 2014.
Who directed Burning Blue?
Burning Blue was directed by D.M.W. Greer.
How is Burning Blue rated?
Burning Blue has 25% on Rotten Tomatoes, 29 on Metacritic, 62% on TMDB and 2.8/5 on Letterboxd.
Does Burning Blue have a post-credit scene?
No. Burning Blue has no extra scene during or after the credits.
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