Released on this day, Jet Pilot (1957) features John Wayne as Colonel Jim Shannon, a U.S. Air Force pilot caught in a high-stakes Cold War romance and espionage thriller. Although filmed years earlier, the movie finally premiered showcasing Duke’s rare role in a jet-age military drama. With thrilling aerial sequences and classic Wayne grit, Jet Pilot remains a unique entry in Duke’s diverse filmography. What’s your favorite John Wayne military film? #JohnWayne #JetPilot #ColdWarCinema #ClassicFilm #JohnWayneExperience