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The Way Ahead (1944)
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.
Directing:
Writing:
Stars:
- Carol Reed
Writing:
- Peter Ustinov
- Eric Ambler
Stars:
Release Date: 1944-06-09
6.4/10
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- Country: GB
- Language: Deutsch | English | Français
- Runtime: 115
Rispoli
Lieutenant Jim Perry
Sgt. Ned Fletcher
Pvt. Luke
Mr. Jackson
Captain Edwards
Pvt. Herbert Davenport
Sergeant Major (uncredited)
Pvt. Geoffrey Stainer
Marjorie Gillingham
Pvt. Ted Brewer
Colonel Walmsley
Pvt. Evans Lloyd
Mrs. Ted Brewer
Pvt. Bill Parsons
Mrs. Perry
Pvt. Sid Beck
The Training Company Commanding Officer
Mrs. Gillingham
Sgt. Buster
Mrs. Ned Fletcher
Herself
Officer on Ship (uncredited)
Perry's Daughter (uncredited)
Instructor (uncredited)
Garage Customer in Car (uncredited)
Sam - Friend of Pvt. Lloyd in Pub Scene (uncredited)
Lewis Gun Instructor (uncredited)
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