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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.
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Cast & Crew
Leslie Howard
R.J. Mitchell
David Niven
Geoffrey Crisp
Rosamund John
Diana Mitchell
Roland Culver
Commander Bride
Anne Firth
Miss Harper
David Horne
Mr. Higgins
J.H. Roberts
Sir Robert McLean
Derrick De Marney
Squadron Leader Jefferson
Rosalyn Boulter
Mabel Lovesay
Herbert Cameron
MacPherson
Toni Edgar-Bruce
Lady Houston
Gordon McLeod
Major Buchan
Frequently Asked Questions
The First of the Few was released on September 14, 1942.
The runtime of The First of the Few is 1h 58m.
The First of the Few is a War, Drama movie.
The First of the Few has a rating of 6.7 out of 10 on TMDB.
The First of the Few is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The First of the Few was directed by Leslie Howard.
The main cast of The First of the Few includes Leslie Howard, David Niven, Rosamund John.
The First of the Few is originally in English.