Masters of the Air release date and everything to know

Apple TV+’s highly anticipated wartime drama, Masters of the Air, is about to take viewers on a thrilling journey through an important chapter in history. Set against the backdrop of American pilots conducting perilous bombing raids over Nazi Germany, this true story, based on Donald L. Miller’s acclaimed book, brings together an ensemble cast led by Austin Butler and Barry Keoghan. The reuniting of iconic executive producers Tom Hanks, Steven Spielberg, and Gary Goetzman, known for their masterpieces like HBO’s Band of Brothers and The Pacific, has raised expectations to new heights!

In Masters of the Air, viewers can expect to be transported to the frigid skies, 25,000 feet above Nazi Germany, where young men from the 100th Bomb Group (the “Bloody Hundredth”) fought against all odds. The series promises to delve deep into the psychological and emotional toll these brave individuals paid as they played their part in the downfall of Hitler’s Third Reich. Some returned home, some were captured, and others paid the ultimate sacrifice, but all bore the weight of their experiences. The official synopsis, per IMDb, reads:

"“Five miles above the ground and behind enemy lines, eleven men inside a bomber known as a ‘Flying Fortress’ battle flocks of German fighters.”"

With the long-awaited release date finally unveiled, the excitement is at an all-time high! Join us as we explore everything you need to know about this upcoming cinematic masterpiece, from the release date to the cast, and much more below!

When is Masters of the Air released?

The first two episodes of Masters of the Air will premiere on Apple TV+ on January 26, 2024, followed by new episodes every Friday through March 15, 2024. With this in mind, the full release schedule for the historical drama is as follows:

• Episode 1 – Friday, January 26, 2024
• Episode 2 – Friday, January 26, 2024
• Episode 3 – Friday, February 2, 2024
• Episode 4 – Friday, February 9, 2024
• Episode 5 – Friday, February 16, 2024
• Episode 6 – Friday, February 23, 2024
• Episode 7 – Friday, March 1, 2024
• Episode 8 – Friday, March 8, 2024
• Episode 9 – Friday, March 15, 2024

Who’s in the show cast list?

As mentioned, the historical drama features an A-list ensemble cast of talented actors. The full cast, credited on IMDb, includes:

• Barry Keoghan as Lt. Curtis Biddick
• Austin Butler as Major Gale Cleven
• Callum Turner as Major John Egan
• Ben Radcliffe as Capt. John D. Brady
• Anthony Boyle as Major Harry Crosby
• Rafferty Law as Sgt. Ken Lemmons
• David Shields as Major Everett Blakely
• Elliot Warren as Lt. James Douglass
• Edward Ashley as Lt. Col. John B. Kidd
• Nate Mann as Major Robert ‘Rosie’ Rosenthal
• Darragh Cowley as Lt. Glenn Graham
• Ben Vincent as Lt. John Fredrick
• Adam Long as Capt. Bernard DeMarco
• James Murray as Colonel Neil ‘Chick’ Harding
• Eric Tiede as RAF Pilots
• Matt Gavan as Capt. Charles Bean Cruikshank
• Jake Wardle as Sgt. James Gibson
• Jon Ewart as Lt. William Couch

Check out the first look of Austin Butler in the wartime drama below:

Where can you watch the show?

Masters of the Air will be available exclusively on Apple TV+. To watch the series, you will need a subscription to the streaming service.