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The Winslow Boy

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Based on the play by Terence Rattigan, this British drama finds young Ronnie Winslow (Neil North) accused of a petty theft and expelled from naval school. Convinced of his innocence, the boy's father (Cedric Hardwicke) and sister (Margaret Leighton) become dedicated to seeing justice done, and, along with a committed lawyer, Sir Robert Morton (Robert Donat), they embark on a series of courtroom battles to clear Ronnie's name, making personal sacrifices during the protracted case.

Critics Reviews

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Chris Bennion The Times (UK) 01/25/2024
What makes this version stand out is that... we see the court case unfold — a treat, because Robert Donat is superb as the dashing barrister Sir Robert Morton. Go to Full Review MFB Critics Monthly Film Bulletin 03/02/2019
This is quite definitely a film to see and enjoy. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews 06/16/2009
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Directed with great care for feeling and detail. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

Audience Reviews

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Judy V Aug 10 Robert Donat is incredible as always. A tremendous cast—so enjoyable to see them all in their craft. Suspense was almost too much! Subtle but powerful. So glad to have watched this! I think my favorite with Sir Cecil! He was marvelous. See more John L Jun 3 I very much enjoy viewing this film...the plot, script and actors play well....all in all it is charming......And right wins out..... See more Grant H Jan 25 A beautiful depiction of an era that bears little resemblance to 21st century England. Honour, propriety, dignity and personal responsibility were never presented in a more sterling manner. Robert Donat, as usual, is magnificent! See more Lemmy C 03/08/2024 This is a brilliantly executed big screen version of the Rattigan play. See more 07/24/2019 An absolutely amazing tale; gripping from start to finish. Very well written and perfectly acted. See more s r @ScottR 06/10/2018 A fascinating English court case that kind weakened in plot presentation towards the end. Could have been much better. See more Read all reviews
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Cast & Crew

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Anthony Asquith

Director

Robert Donat

Sir Robert Morton

Cedric Hardwicke

Arthur Winslow

Margaret Leighton

Catherine Winslow

Basil Radford

Desmond Curry

Kathleen Harrison

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Movie Info

Synopsis Based on the play by Terence Rattigan, this British drama finds young Ronnie Winslow (Neil North) accused of a petty theft and expelled from naval school. Convinced of his innocence, the boy's father (Cedric Hardwicke) and sister (Margaret Leighton) become dedicated to seeing justice done, and, along with a committed lawyer, Sir Robert Morton (Robert Donat), they embark on a series of courtroom battles to clear Ronnie's name, making personal sacrifices during the protracted case.
Director
Anthony Asquith
Producer
Anatole de Grunwald
Screenwriter
Anatole de Grunwald
Production Co
London Film Production, De Grunwald Productions, British Lion Film Corporation
Genre
Drama
Original Language
British English
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 18, 2015
Runtime
1h 57m