The First of the Few (1942)

Name: The First of the Few
Genre: War, Drama
Released: 1942
Duration: 118 min
Rating: 6.7
Cast: Leslie Howard, David Niven, Rosamund John, Roland Culver, Anne Firth

1h 58m United Kingdom

War Drama

Plot

Set against the backdrop of World War II, this 1942 biographical drama reveals the innovative journey of R.J. Mitchell, the brilliant mind behind the Spitfire, and his daring test pilot, Geoffrey Crisp. Their collaboration gives birth to a revolutionary monoplane design that ultimately shapes the future of aviation. Through trials, triumphs, and the relentless pursuit of excellence, the film highlights their pivotal contributions to the war effort, capturing the spirit of ingenuity and determination that defined a crucial era in history.

Cast

Leslie Howard David Niven Rosamund John Roland Culver Anne Firth David Horne J.H. Roberts Derrick De Marney Rosalyn Boulter Herbert Cameron Toni Edgar-Bruce Gordon McLeod George Skillan Erik Freund Fritz Wendhausen