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Fly (2024): Ratings, Box Office & Ending

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Fly is a 2024 documentary directed by Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau. It runs 1 hour 50 minutes and earned $42.3 million worldwide on a $100 million budget. IMDb users rate it 6.6/10.

IMDb rating
6.6/10
worldwide gross
$42.3M
Echo Score
65
budget
$100M
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Fly (2024) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 50m (110 min)
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
Budget
$100M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Fly About?

The premise of Fly without spoilers. The whole story and the ending explained are in the plot summary further down.

This documentary examines the complex relationship humans have with flight, exploring the drive to achieve aerial freedom and the potential risks that come with it. Through compelling visuals and insightful commentary, the film delves into the paradox of our fascination with flying and questions whether the pursuit of flight can lead to unforeseen consequences.

Fly Themes & Keywords

· 50 tags
  • flight attendant
  • 1960s
  • marketing
  • moon landing
  • five word title
  • year 1969
  • mission to the moon
  • faked apollo moon landing
  • nasa
  • launch director
  • national aeronautics and space administration
  • female pedal pumping
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  • fireworks
  • superstition
  • rocket
  • moon
  • fire
  • rocket launch
  • cat
  • florida
  • explosion
  • senator
  • black cat
  • split screen
  • alligator
  • camera
  • badge
  • broom
  • fire extinguisher
  • lie
  • television broadcast
  • secret
  • female protagonist
  • window
  • interview
  • wristwatch
  • character says 'stop drop and roll'
  • trash can thrown through a window
  • michael collins character
  • reference to tex ritter
  • reference to the beatles
  • buzz aldrin character
  • reference to hamlet
  • reference to stanley kubrick
  • character says 'na zdorovie'
  • looting
  • neil armstrong character
  • 23 year old man
  • superstitious
  • moment of silence
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Crew

The Director of Fly

Directed by Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau.

Ratings

Fly Reviews & Ratings

IMDb users rate Fly 6.6/10. Our Echo Score gives it 65/100, strongest in character & emotion (70) and weakest in story & flow (55).

65 /100

Fly Echo Score Breakdown

Fly presents an appealing visual package and engaging performances, yet its storytelling is hampered by predictability and uneven pacing. Critics highlight the striking mountain cinematography and effective period production design, while several reviewers note generic cinematography and lackluster visual effects. The cast delivers moments of chemistry, though some find the romance flat and the script forced. Consequently, the film delivers enjoyable surface entertainment but does not sustain deeper narrative interest.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 68

    In terms of cinematography and production design, Fly excels with vivid mountain vistas and ambitious period sets that many reviewers commend. However, several audiences describe the overall visual style as generic and criticize inconsistent visual effects. The direction maintains a light‑hearted tone but does not consistently elevate the material. Overall, the art elements are solid yet uneven, offering moments of visual strength amid routine execution.

  • Character & Emotion 70

    When assessing acting and character chemistry, Fly benefits from strong performances by its leads, with many noting natural rapport and occasional depth. Positive remarks highlight Scarlett Johansson’s nuanced delivery and Channing Tatum’s charisma, while some critics find the romance flat and the chemistry insufficient. Supporting cast members receive praise for lively contributions. Overall, character work ranges from engaging to uneven, leaning toward competent but not consistently compelling.

  • Story & Flow 55

    Storywise, Fly follows a familiar romantic‑comedy formula that many reviewers find predictable and paced too slowly. While some praise the plot’s ability to maintain attention and deliver occasional surprise, criticisms focus on a forced narrative, lack of originality, and uneven pacing that undermine engagement. The thematic premise is intriguing but is not fully realized. Consequently, the storytelling is competent yet hampered by cliché and pacing issues.

  • Sensory Experience 62

    Regarding sensory experience, Fly delivers striking aerial footage and a soundtrack that complements its adventurous tone, earning praise for immersive moments. However, several viewers comment on generic cinematography, underwhelming visual effects, and occasional imbalance in sound design. The film’s second half gains heightened excitement, but overall sensory cohesion fluctuates. In sum, the sensory elements provide bursts of effectiveness amidst inconsistent execution.

  • Rewatch Factor 70

    Fly offers replay value through its entertaining tone, charismatic leads, and memorable visual set pieces that many viewers find enjoyable on subsequent watches. Positive feedback highlights the fun, light‑hearted atmosphere and occasional surprise moments, while criticisms focus on predictability and pacing that may diminish long‑term appeal. The combination of strong chemistry and visual flair suggests the film can be revisited for casual enjoyment, though its narrative shortcomings limit lasting impact.

Plot

Fly Plot Summary & Ending Explained

What happens in Fly from start to finish, spoilers included, with a timeline of 15 key events and the ending explained. The opening is below; the full summary is a 3-minute read.

Spoilers ahead

In the waning months of 1968, Kelly Jones, a savvy advertising executive in Manhattan, finds herself thrust into an unexpected role when she receives a lucrative offer from Moe Berkus, a covert government operative linked to President Richard Nixon. Her mission? To breathe new life into NASA’s public persona at a time when public interest in the Space Race is dwindling. With the shadow of her dubious past looming ominously over her, Kelly reluctantly takes on this daunting task and relocates to the sunny shores of Cocoa Beach, Florida, accompanied by her loyal assistant, Ruby.

Full summary

The whole story of Fly, scene by scene, with the ending explained

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Box office

Fly Box Office & Budget

Fly grossed $42.3 million worldwide on a $100 million budget, 42% of what it cost. $20.5 million came from the US and Canada and $21.7 million (51%) from the rest of the world.

2024 box office

Worldwide gross

$42.3M

42% of its budget back

US & Canada
$20.5M
International
$21.7M
Budget
$100M
US & Canada 49% Rest of the world 51%
Videos

Fly Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Fly.

Trailer
Quiz

How Well Do You Know Fly?

10 questions about the story, each with a hint if you get stuck. Pick an answer to see whether you were right.

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Who is the main character tasked with improving NASA's public image?

Details

Fly Also Known As

9 alternative titles, including “FLY – Ein Leben für den Sprung” and “FLY: BASE-hyppääjät”.

Also known as
  • FLY – Ein Leben für den Sprung
  • FLY: BASE-hyppääjät
  • Repülj!
  • Лети
  • 翔
  • Atlayış
  • Let
  • Królowie przestworzy
  • לעוף

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FAQ

Fly FAQ: Box Office, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Fly, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Fly?

Fly runs 1 hour 50 minutes (110 minutes).

When was Fly released?

Fly was released on September 2, 2024.

Who directed Fly?

Fly was directed by Shaul Schwarz and Christina Clusiau.

More films by Shaul Schwarz

How much did Fly make at the box office?

Fly grossed $42.3 million worldwide ($20.5 million domestic, $21.7 million international) on a budget of $100 million.

How is Fly rated?

Fly has 6.6/10 on IMDb and 72% on TMDB.

Does Fly have a post-credit scene?

No. Fly has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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