Ted Striker

GPTKB entity

Properties (58)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf fictional character
gptkbp:appearsIn gptkb:Airplane!
gptkbp:associatedWith gptkb:Elaine_Dickinson
strained with his father
romantic_tension_with_Elaine
supportive_friendship_with_Ted
gptkbp:character remains a beloved character
I’m not sure I can land this plane.
gptkbp:characterAppearance external threats
internal struggle
disheveled and nervous
gptkbp:characterArc from cowardice to bravery
gptkbp:characterDevelopment grows more confident
overcomes his fears
gptkbp:characterTraits determined
self-doubt
protagonist
anxious
overcoming adversity
resourcefulness
desire for redemption
proving himself
achieves personal growth
from failure to success
inspired future comedies
saves the day
with comedic side characters
with his love interest
with the control tower
with the flight crew
with various passengers
love_for_Elaine
reunites_with_Elaine
gptkbp:conflict facing a hijacking
gptkbp:culturalImpact iconic character in comedy films
gptkbp:famousQuote I just want to tell you both good luck. We're all counting on you.
gptkbp:filmography gptkb:Paramount_Pictures
gptkb:Jim_Abrahams
1980
David Zucker
Jerry Zucker
comedy
cult classic status
airplane in distress
nominated_for_Academy_Awards
gptkbp:firstAppearance gptkb:Airplane_II:_The_Sequel
gptkbp:friend gptkb:Roger_Murdock
Murdock
gptkbp:goal to_win_back_Elaine
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Ted Striker
gptkbp:inspiration parody of disaster films
gptkbp:merchandise slapstick
gptkbp:notableFeature landing the plane
gptkbp:notableFor his_comedic_role_in_Airplane!
gptkbp:occupation pilot
gptkbp:portrayedBy gptkb:Robert_Hays
gptkbp:setting airplane
gptkbp:team influential in parody genre