When six A-list actors were either unavailable or "not right" for the role, relatively unknown actor Billy Campbell won the role created by comic book artist and writer, Dave Stevens. American stunt pilot Cliff Secord discovers a rocket-powered jet pack that allows him to fly like a superhero. The film was recognized for its special effects from Industrial Light and Magic and brought to fantastic life the stunt planes, Hollywood glamour, an iconic 1924 home, Ennis House - designed and built by Frank Lloyd Wright - plus every essential element of the very best graphic novels - evil geniuses, the government, winding plots, endearing characters and a hometown diner. This family favorite film has emerged as a superhero classic, golden helmet included. Given the chance, who wouldn’t want to fly?