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The Volunteer

1944

44 minutes

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Overview

After a masterful Shakespearean performance in a London theater, Ralph Richardson is sought for an autograph by Fred, his dresser. Later, Fred has joined the Fleet Air Arm (Fly Navy) and become a hero, rescuing a pilot from his burning plane. When Fred arrives at Buckingham Palace, it's Ralph's turn to ask for an autograph.

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Top Cast

Ralph Richardson headshot

Ralph Richardson

Self - Narrator

Pat McGrath headshot

Pat McGrath

Fred Davey

Anna Neagle headshot

Anna Neagle

Self

Laurence Olivier headshot

Laurence Olivier

Self

Michael Powell headshot

Michael Powell

Self

Herbert Wilcox headshot

Herbert Wilcox

Self

Tommy Woodrooffe headshot

Tommy Woodrooffe

Self