


The Way Ahead at a glance
The Way Ahead is a 1944 drama and war film, running 1h 55m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: U in the United Kingdom.
In the United Kingdom it is listed on Artiflix.
Rated U in the United Kingdom — generally suitable for family viewing, with the usual guidance for younger children.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1944-06-09
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Genres
- Drama, War
- Director
- Carol Reed
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.5 / 10 · 42 votes
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Availability
Where to watch in the United Kingdom
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Synopsis
Feature filmA 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.
Cast
14 names
David NivenLieutenant Jim Perry
Stanley HollowayPvt. Ted Brewer
James DonaldPvt. Evans Lloyd
John LauriePvt. Luke
Leslie DwyerPvt. Sid Beck
Hugh BurdenPvt. Bill Parsons
Raymond HuntleyPvt. Herbert Davenport
Jimmy HanleyPvt. Geoffrey Stainer
William HartnellSgt. Ned Fletcher
Reginald TateThe Training Company Commanding Officer
Leo GennCaptain Edwards
A. Bromley DavenportOld Chelsea Soldier
Renée AshersonMarjorie GillinghamQuestions about The Way Ahead
Quick answersWhere can I watch The Way Ahead in the United Kingdom?
In the United Kingdom, The Way Ahead is listed on Artiflix. Use the country selector above the facts to see another market — streaming rights differ by country.
Is The Way Ahead suitable for children?
The Way Ahead is rated U in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Way Ahead about?
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.
How long is The Way Ahead?
The Way Ahead runs for 1h 55m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
Can I watch the The Way Ahead trailer?
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