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Brothers Brian and Joe Hackett attempt to run an airline on the New England island of Nantucket while surrounded by their various wacky friends and employees.

"Wings" is a 1990 comedy series set in Nantucket, Massachusetts, focusing on the misadventures of two brothers, Joe and Brian Hackett, who operate a small airline called Sandpiper Air. The series revolves around their daily struggles to run the business while dealing with eccentric employees and quirky passengers. Joe is the responsible and level-headed brother, while Brian is a charming womanizer with a penchant for trouble.

Alongside them is Helen, their lifelong friend and love interest, who runs the lunch counter at the airport. The series also features Joe's ex-wife, Fay, as the cynical and sassy ticket agent. Throughout the show's eight seasons, the characters navigate romantic entanglements, professional challenges, and hilarious situations, making "Wings" a beloved sitcom of its time.

SHOW TYPE

TV
SHOW LENGTH
SHOW LENGTH
23 min

PROTECTION

TV-PG
RELEASED
Released
APR, 1990

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