Memphis Belle tells the remarkable story of the legendary B-17 Flyng Fortress that flew through the flak and fighter filled skies over the Third Reich during World War II. Surviving the loss of a total of nine engines, both wings, both landing gear and two tails, she was the first to complete 25 combat missions and keep her entire crew alive. The color combat footage in Memphis Belle was shot by Hollywood film director William Wyler on the Belle"s 25th and final bombing run.