The First of the Few
The thrilling human story behind the plane that licked the Luftwaffe!
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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Movie Details
- Original Title: The First of the Few
- Genres: War, Drama
- Release Date: 1942-09-14
- Runtime: 118 minutes
- Rating: 6.744/10 (39 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: British Aviation Pictures
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.407
- Languages: English, German, Italian
Cast & Crew
Leslie Howard
as R.J. Mitchell
David Niven
as Geoffrey Crisp
Rosamund John
as Diana Mitchell
Roland Culver
as Commander Bride
Anne Firth
as Miss Harper
David Horne
as Mr. Higgins
J.H. Roberts
as Sir Robert McLean
Derrick De Marney
as Squadron Leader Jefferson
Rosalyn Boulter
as Mabel Lovesay
Herbert Cameron
as MacPherson
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Trailers & Clips
The First Of The Few 1942 Trailer | David Niven
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The First of the Few?▼
The First of the Few is a War, Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1942-09-14.
Who are the main actors in The First of the Few?▼
The main cast includes Leslie Howard, David Niven, Rosamund John, Roland Culver, Anne Firth, .
Where can I watch The First of the Few online?▼
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Is The First of the Few based on a true story?▼
The thrilling human story behind the plane that licked the Luftwaffe!
What is the IMDb rating of The First of the Few?▼
The First of the Few has an IMDb rating of 6.744/10 based on 39 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The First of the Few?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The First of the Few?▼
The soundtrack was composed by British Aviation Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The First of the Few filmed?▼
The First of the Few was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The First of the Few?▼
The total runtime of The First of the Few is 118 minutes.
Is The First of the Few suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The First of the Few?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The First of the Few.
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