The First of the Few (1942)

War, Drama • PT1H58M

The First of the Few

Overview

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.

Director: Leslie Howard

Top Cast

  • 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

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