The Volunteer
1944, English. Directed by Emeric Pressburger & Michael Powell.
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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- 0h 44m
- Post-credits
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- Language
- English
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The Volunteer is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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- Released
- 10 January 1944
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Emeric Pressburger, Michael Powell
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The Volunteer runs 44 minutes (0h 44m).
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The Volunteer is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
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Who directed The Volunteer?
The Volunteer (1944) was directed by Emeric Pressburger and Michael Powell and stars Ralph Richardson, Pat McGrath, Anna Neagle.