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The First of the Few

NR
WarDrama
6.7/10(38 ratings)

This 1942 fictionalized biopic chronicles the true story of how two of the most remarkable men in aviation history - visionary Spitfire designer R.J. Mitchell and his test pilot Geoffrey Crisp - designed a streamlined monoplane that led to the development of the Spitfire.

09-14-1942
1h 58m
The First of the Few
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Main Cast

Leslie Howard

Leslie Howard

R.J. Mitchell

David Niven

David Niven

Geoffrey Crisp

Diana Mitchell

Roland Culver

Roland Culver

Commander Bride

Miss Harper

David Horne

David Horne

Mr. Higgins

Sir Robert McLean

Movie Details

Production Info

Director:
Leslie Howard
Production:
British Aviation Pictures

Key Crew

Director:
Leslie Howard
Screenplay:
Miles Malleson
Screenplay:
Anatole de Grunwald
Production Manager:
Phil C. Samuel
Producer:
Leslie Howard

Locations and Languages

Country:
GB
Filming:
GB
Languages:
en