Bomber Boys

In their latest film, brothers Colin and Ewan McGregor shift their focus from their previous documentary, The Battle of Britain, to delve into the lesser-known narrative of Bomber Command during the Second World War. This documentary highlights the courageous men who risked and often lost their lives in the skies over occupied Europe, showcasing numerous acts of individual bravery and a remarkable collective spirit. Colin takes on the challenge of learning to fly the campaign’s iconic aircraft, the Lancaster bomber. Additionally, the film addresses a longstanding controversy that has persisted for nearly 70 years. Spanning six years of wartime operations, the documentary examines the hurdles and challenges the RAF faced in building and deploying the formidable Bomber Command.