The Way Ahead

The Way Ahead

From Workers — To Warriors

1944 · 115 min · ★ 6.6 · Drama, War

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.

Directed by Carol Reed · Written by Eric Ambler

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