After seeing the first and buying it years ago with Jimmy Stewart, I still liked the idea of the new Flight of the Phoenix. Renting it in the old Blockbuster days I enjoyed it. When the price dropped to a reasonable price I snapped it up. The show, reminiscent of the original was updated. The companies rep was there played by Hugh Laurie from House MD as well as a crusty captain played by Dennis Quade. The cast like in the original was made up of people from all around the world, some couldn't get along even with their friends. What brought them together was their desire not to die without trying something to get them out. Deserts are not fun, especially with nomadic tribesmen's wanting them dead and stealing their belongings. If you want drama with action this movie is it. I recommend it very much.