7.2
Old Bill and Son (1941)
March 1, 19411h 40mEN
6.5
4 votes
Overview
Old Bill has grumbled his way through the trenches of the First World War. Now it is the Second and, envious of his son, Young Bill, he decides to enlist. He finally enters the Pioneer Corps, which is based near his son. When Young Bill goes missing during a raid, Old Bill shows that there's still life in the old dog yet!
Director
Ian DalrympleTop Billed Cast
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
N/A
Revenue
N/A
Production Companies
Legeran
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6.0Made nearer the start WWII, this is a gently predictable comedy vehicle for Morland Graham, Here, he is "Old Bill" a Great War veteran who tries to enlist alongside his son (John Mills), but is told that he is now too old. The story depicts his efforts get himself to France, and once there of his antics to thrive and survive. Mills, meantime, is using all his charm on the gals in the local population - particularly poor "Françoise" (Janine Darcey). It's a wartime morale booster of a film, and ought not to be underestimated for that - Mary Clare, Roland Culver, and a fun comedy turn from Renee…
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