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Hurricane (2018): Cast & Ratings

Hurricane (2018) movie poster

Hurricane is a 2018 action drama directed by David Blair, starring Nicholas Farrell as Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, Iwan Rheon and Milo Gibson. It runs 1 hour 47 minutes and was made on a reported $10 million budget. Its Echo Score is 49/100.

Echo Score
49
budget
$10M
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Hurricane (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 47m (107 min)
Director
David Blair
Genres
Action , Drama , War
Original language
English
Budget
$10M
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Hurricane About?

The premise of Hurricane without spoilers.

During World War II, Polish fighter pilots, displaced from their homeland and driven across Europe by the German advance, joined the Royal Air Force. The film follows one such pilot, an adventurous ace, as he and his fellow Poles fight alongside the RAF during the Battle of Britain. Flying Hurricanes, they became vital to the defense of Britain, hoping their contribution would help preserve the dream of a free Poland while facing the formidable Luftwaffe.

Hurricane Themes & Keywords

· 39 tags
  • hawker hurricane
  • single engine airplane
  • battle of britain
  • world war two
  • world war two pilot
  • czech fighter pilot
  • polish fighter pilot
  • fighter plane
  • killed in action
  • airplane on fire
  • warplane
  • european theatre of world war two
+27 more
  • british military
  • 1940s
  • enemy
  • flight
  • death
  • exploding airplane
  • warsploitation
  • woman wears a tie
  • british propaganda
  • propaganda filmmaking
  • airplane
  • hurricane
  • pilot
  • czech pilot
  • cockpit
  • goggles
  • smoke
  • czech
  • united kingdom
  • man
  • woman
  • military
  • british royal air force
  • 20th century
  • soldier
  • aerial combat
  • based on true story
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Cast & crew

Hurricane Cast & Characters

Nicholas Farrell leads the cast as Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, with Iwan Rheon as Jan Zumbach and Milo Gibson as John Kent. Directed by David Blair; 54 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from David Blair

More films directed by David Blair: Care, Reg, The Sighting and Common.

Full filmography
Ratings

Hurricane Reviews & Ratings

Our Echo Score gives it 49/100, strongest in rewatch factor (53) and weakest in sensory experience (46).

49 /100

Hurricane Echo Score Breakdown

The film attempts to honour the Polish 303 Squadron’s pivotal role in the Battle of Britain, offering a historically significant premise. While several reviewers commend the authentic period setting and occasional strong performances, the production suffers from a limited budget that manifests in uneven cinematography and noticeably poor CGI. The script is described as bland and occasionally anachronistic, which hampers narrative cohesion. Consequently, the movie provides a modestly engaging viewing experience but leaves limited incentive for repeat viewings.

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

  • Art & Craft 47

    In terms of art and craft, the film captures the look of 1940s England with period-appropriate costumes and set design, which several viewers find authentic. However, the limited budget results in uneven cinematography and CGI that ranges from passable to visibly low‑budget. Editing is functional but lacks polish, yielding a mixed visual quality overall.

  • Character & Emotion 50

    When assessing character and emotion, the cast delivers a few nuanced performances, particularly among the lead Polish pilots, which many praise. Yet many supporting roles are depicted with simplistic or stereotypical traits, and dialogue frequently contains anachronistic language, reducing emotional depth. Overall, acting is competent but uneven, limiting full audience connection.

  • Story & Flow 48

    Regarding story and flow, the film presents a compelling true‑war narrative that engages viewers interested in the squadron’s history. Nevertheless, the screenplay is criticized for its bland, two‑dimensional structure, insertion of unrelated subplots, and historical inaccuracies, which together cause pacing issues and dilute narrative cohesion.

  • Sensory Experience 46

    In terms of sensory experience, the period soundtrack and sound design effectively evoke wartime ambience, receiving modest approval. The visual style, however, is marred by CGI aerial sequences that appear unrealistic and low‑resolution, undermining the intended immersive atmosphere for several viewers.

  • Rewatch Factor 53

    Rewatch factor for the movie is moderate; its historical premise may attract viewers seeking insight into the 303 Squadron, and some find it worth a second viewing despite technical flaws. Conversely, many criticize the low production values and weak script, leading to limited incentive for repeat engagement.

Videos

Hurricane Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Hurricane.

Official Trailer
Cars

Cars in Hurricane

9 cars on screen, including the 1953 Citroën 11 B and the 1939 Humber Snipe.

All 9 cars
  • 1953 Citroën 11 B in Hurricane 1953 Citroën 11 B Important role
  • 1939 Humber Snipe in Hurricane 1939 Humber Snipe Important role
  • 1933 Austin 12/4 Taxi in Hurricane 1933 Austin 12/4 Taxi Minor role
  • 1952 Austin FX3 Shooting Brake in Hurricane 1952 Austin FX3 Shooting Brake Minor role
Details

Hurricane Also Known As

17 alternative titles, including “Hurricane: Squadron 303” and “Ескадрила 303”.

Also known as
  • Hurricane: Squadron 303
  • Ескадрила 303
  • Mission of Honor
  • Hurricane - Die Luftschlacht um England
  • Hurricane: Battle of Britain
  • 303. Bitwa o Anglię
  • Hurricane - Bataille d'Angleterre
  • Ураган
  • Крылья урагана
  • Hurikán
  • 飓风行动
  • הוריקן
+5 more
  • 颶風行動
  • Hurricane - A becsület köteléke
  • 허리케인: 배틀 오브 브리튼
  • Missão de Honra, ქარიშხალი
  • Почесна місія: Герої назавжди

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FAQ

Hurricane FAQ: Cast, Runtime & Release Date

Runtime, release date, director, cast, budget and post-credit scenes of Hurricane, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Hurricane?

Hurricane runs 1 hour 47 minutes (107 minutes).

When was Hurricane released?

Hurricane was released on August 9, 2018.

Who directed Hurricane?

Hurricane was directed by David Blair.

More films by David Blair

Who is in the cast of Hurricane?

Hurricane stars Nicholas Farrell as Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh Dowding, Iwan Rheon as Jan Zumbach and Milo Gibson as John Kent, among 54 credited actors.

What was the budget of Hurricane?

Hurricane had a reported budget of $10 million.

Does Hurricane have a post-credit scene?

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

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