A test pilot confronts his fears as he proves the capabilities of a new aircraft and attempts to break the sound barrier during the early years of the Cold War.
William Holden Maj. Lincoln Bond
Lloyd Nolan Brig. Gen. Bill Banner
Virginia Leith Connie Mitchell
Charles McGraw Col. `'Mickey'` McKee
Murray Hamilton Maj. Bromo Lee
Paul Fix Lt. Gen. Bryan Shelby
James Garner Lt. Col. Joe Craven
Karen Steele Polly Craven
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Shaken Korean veteran (William Holden) tests X-2 rocket plane.