Steve McQueen fights his own private battle as a volatile "war lover", a gripping story based on a novel by John Heresy, featuring spectacular aerial footage and the most explosive adventure you'll ever see!

Stationed in England during World War II, Buzz Rickson (McQueen) is the bravest Air Force pilot in his squadron - and the most reckless. His crazed quest for thrills takes him to the edge of destruction during the B-17 bombing raids on Germany. But while Buzz's daredevil heroics win the grudging respect of his crew, his rebellious nature alienates everyone, except his co-pilot, Ed Balland (Robert Wagner). Even this relationship is put to the test when Buzz pursues Ed's girlfriend, Daphne (Shirley Anne Field).