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
6.5/10
6.5/10
- Country: GB
- Language: English | Français | Deutsch
- Runtime: 115
Lieutenant Jim Perry
Rispoli
Marjorie Gillingham
Captain Edwards
Mr. Jackson
Pvt. Luke
Sergeant Major (uncredited)
Pvt. Evans Lloyd
Mrs. Ted Brewer
Sgt. Ned Fletcher
Pvt. Sid Beck
Pvt. Herbert Davenport
Pvt. Ted Brewer
Colonel Walmsley
Pvt. Bill Parsons
Pvt. Geoffrey Stainer
The Training Company Commanding Officer
Old Chelsea Soldier
Old Chelsea Soldier
Mrs. Gillingham
Sgt. Buster
Mrs. Perry
Mrs. Ned Fletcher
Herself
Officer on Ship (uncredited)
Perry's Daughter (uncredited)
Soldier in Pub Talking to the Chelsea Pensioners (uncredited)
Garage Customer in Car (uncredited)
Sam - Friend of Pvt. Lloyd in Pub Scene (uncredited)
Lewis Gun Instructor (uncredited)
