The Volunteer_
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.
Starring
Ralph Richardson, Pat McGrath, Anna Neagle
Updated Feb 16, 2026
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Year context
The Volunteer was released 82 years ago in 1944.
Overview
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...
The Volunteer is a War, Documentary, Drama film with a runtime of 0h 44m.
CAST (7)
Ralph Richardson
Self - Narrator
Pat McGrath
Fred Davey
Anna Neagle
Self
Laurence Olivier
Self
Michael Powell
Self
Herbert Wilcox
Self
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Tommy Woodrooffe
Self
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is The Volunteer about?
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.
How long is The Volunteer?
The Volunteer has a runtime of 44 minutes (0h 44m).
Who stars in The Volunteer?
The cast of The Volunteer includes Ralph Richardson, Pat McGrath, Anna Neagle, Laurence Olivier, Michael Powell.
What is the rating of The Volunteer?
The Volunteer has a rating of 4.8 out of 10 based on 8 votes on TMDB.
GENRES (3)
War
Documentary
Drama
