The First of the Few

Overview

This 1942 fictionalized biopic chronicles the true story of how two of the most remarkable men in aviation history - visionary Spitfire designer R.J. Mitchell and his test pilot Geoffrey Crisp - designed a streamlined monoplane that led to the development of the Spitfire.

Where to Watch

Stream

Criterion Channel

Buy / Rent

Amazon Video

Top Cast

Leslie Howard

R.J. Mitchell

David Niven

Geoffrey Crisp