The Way Ahead
A mismatched collection of conscripted civilians find training tough under Lieutenant Jim Perry and Sergeant Ned Fletcher when they are called up to replace an infantry battalion that had suffered casualties at Dunkirk.
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Title: The Way Ahead Summary: World War II drama that follows a group of British draftees, starting with their rigorous basic training, and ending with their deployment in North Africa. Directed by: Carol Reed Actors: David Niven, Stanley Holloway, James Donald Production Company: Two Cities Films Release Date: 3 June 1945 (USA) Aspect Ratio: 1.37 : 1 A group of draftees are called up into the infantry during World War II. At first, they appear to be a hopeless bunch, but their Sergeant and Lieutenant have faith in them and mould them into a good team. When they go into action in North Africa, they realize what it's all about.
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- Director
- Carol Reed
- Starring
- David Niven, Stanley Holloway, James Donald, John Laurie, Leslie Dwyer, Hugh Burden, Raymond Huntley, Jimmy Hanley
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