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October 25, 2026
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  • Anthony Hemingway directed the film; John Ridley and Aaron McGruder wrote the screenplay from a story by Ridley.
  • Nate Parker, David Oyelowo, Ne-Yo, Terrence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jr. and Bryan Cranston are among the ensemble cast.
  • Lucasfilm produced the film, with George Lucas serving as executive producer, and based its story on the Tuskegee Airmen.
  • AFI records a January 20, 2012 U.S. opening, a 120-minute runtime and a PG-13 rating.
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  • Disney+ — Red Tails — Official exact streaming title page with current access, synopsis, runtime, rating, director and cast.
  • Lucasfilm — Red Tails — Official production page directing viewers to Disney+ and documenting the film's story, historical inspiration, director and executive producer.
  • Movies Anywhere — Red Tails — Official transactional title record with January 20, 2012 release date, runtime, rating, synopsis, cast and filmmaking credits.
  • AFI Catalog — Red Tails — Authoritative U.S. theatrical-opening, runtime, rating, cast, writing, directing, production and distribution record.
Red Tails

Red Tails

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Red Tails is available to Disney+ subscribers in the United States as of October 25, 2026. Disney+'s exact title page and Lucasfilm's production page both identify the service as its streaming home; a Disney+ subscription is required, plan and advertising terms may vary, and digital rentals or purchases are separate.

Set in Italy in 1944, the film follows members of the Tuskegee Airmen as they fight for meaningful combat assignments while confronting racism within the military. The squadron's chance to escort bombers becomes a test of skill, discipline and solidarity in Anthony Hemingway's action drama inspired by the real pilots.

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