The Way Ahead

Plot Summary

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.

Top Cast

David Niven Lieutenant Jim Perry

Stanley Holloway Pvt. Ted Brewer

James Donald Pvt. Evans Lloyd

John Laurie Pvt. Luke

Leslie Dwyer Pvt. Sid Beck