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Finally, a stealth fighter so secret even the VFX couldn't find it.
TMDB
50
IMDb
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Airboss (1997)

Direct-to-video fever dreamUSA Network at 2amStock footage: The Movie

Overview

AdventureActionThrillerMystery

Hidden at a desolate air base in a former Soviet Republic is an awesome weapon, the only working prototype of the MIG 35 "Firebomb" the Soviet stealth fighter/bomber. A mercenary assault team led by former Spetnatz Colonel Vlad Kotchov (J. Christian Ingvordsen) and the beautiful but deadly Nadia (Kelly Gleeson) assault the base and steal the black stealth plane. The navy has to convince Frank White (Frank Zagarino) to return to active duty so he can save the day.

Flag of USUS
Content warning
terrorismcold warair forcemig
American exceptionalism on a shoestringCold War hangoverMercenary capitalismReluctant hero syndrome

Standout Aspects

Practical Effects

They definitely borrowed that hangar from somewhere

Acting

Director cast himself as villain, obviously

Best for:Background: Fold laundry while vaguely aware planes exist·Friends: Drinking game: spot the same explosion twice·Rewatch: Only if you hate yourself a little
Heads up:Violence: Bloodless shootouts, maximum squibs
J. Christian Ingvordsen

Director

J. Christian Ingvordsen

ReleasedJan 1, 1997
Runtime1h 36m
StatusReleased

Vibe

Pacesteady
Intensitymedium
Tonemixed
Feellight

Top Cast

Frank Zagarino

Frank Zagarino

Frank White

J. Christian Ingvordsen

J. Christian Ingvordsen

Vlad Kotchev (as John Christian)

Paul Borghese

Paul Borghese

Biali

Scooter McCrae

Scooter McCrae

Polsmoka

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Deep Dive

Trivia, insights & behind the scenes

Trivia

Director J. Christian Ingvordsen made multiple 'Airboss' sequels with Frank Zagarino, forming perhaps cinema's least demanded franchise.

Insight

The 'MIG 35 Firebomb' appears to be approximately three different real aircraft depending on which stock footage they could afford that day.

YouTube

Airboss Trailer

Airboss Trailer

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