Movies like Airport '77

While Airplane! is a spoof of the disaster genre, fans of Airport '77 might enjoy its satirical take on the same tropes and scenarios. With a plane in peril and a cast of quirky characters, this comedy provides a humorous counterpoint to the serous suspense of disaster films.

As the original movie that launched the Airport franchise, Airport lays the groundwork for the disaster and suspense elements that fans of Airport '77 will recognize and enjoy. It offers a gripping narrative about personal drama and peril in the skies.

Con Air mixes high-stakes action with the peril of a plane in distress. Like Airport '77, it combines a thrilling plot with an ensemble cast, catering to viewers who crave danger and daring feats at high altitude.

Executive Decision involves a stealth rescue operation on a hijacked airplane, appealing to fans of Airport '77 with its suspenseful and tactical approach to in-flight jeopardy. The high altitude stealth and strategy will resonate with audiences who enjoy clever twists and tense scenarios.

Flight of the Phoenix revolves around a group of plane crash survivors who attempt an ambitious plan to escape the desert. Its blend of survival drama and resourcefulness aligns with the tension and ingenuity found in Airport '77's underwater predicament.

Turbulence offers an action-packed ride with its story of a hijacked plane during a Christmas Eve flight. Someone who likes the tension and chaos of Airport '77 would likely enjoy the mix of mid-air danger and suspense that Turbulence delivers.