Battle of Britain (1969) stars Michael Caine as Squadron Leader Canfield, Trevor Howard as Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park, and Robert Shaw as Squadron Leader Skipper. The film dramatises the 1940 air campaign.
Main cast
- Squadron Leader CanfieldMichael CaineMain
- Air Vice-Marshal Keith ParkTrevor HowardMain
- Squadron Leader SkipperRobert ShawMain
- Air Chief Marshal Sir Hugh DowdingLaurence OlivierMain
- Wing Commander RobertsChristopher PlummerMain
- Squadron Leader HarveyIan McShaneMain
- Flight Lieutenant ArchieKenneth MoreMain
- Squadron Leader EvansNigel PatrickMain
Supporting cast
- Wing Commander WilloughbyPatrick WymarkSupp
- Section Officer Maggie HarveySusannah YorkSupp
- Pilot Officer AndyMichael RedgraveSupp
- Group Captain BakerRalph RichardsonSupp
- Pilot Officer SimonEdward FoxSupp
Guest & voice
- Hermann GöringHein RiessGuest
- ReichsmarschallWolfgang PreissGuest
- GeneraloberstKarl JohnGuest
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About this cast
Battle of Britain is a 1969 war film that depicts the pivotal 1940 air campaign between the Royal Air Force and the Luftwaffe. The ensemble cast includes Michael Caine, Trevor Howard, and Robert Shaw, alongside many British acting legends. It was produced by United Artists and directed by Guy Hamilton.
FAQs
Who plays Squadron Leader Canfield in Battle of Britain?
Michael Caine plays Squadron Leader Canfield.
Who plays Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park in Battle of Britain?
Trevor Howard plays Air Vice-Marshal Keith Park.
Who plays Squadron Leader Skipper in Battle of Britain?
Robert Shaw plays Squadron Leader Skipper.
Is Battle of Britain based on a true story?
Yes, the film is based on the historical Battle of Britain in 1940, though characters and events are dramatised.
Who directed Battle of Britain?
The film was directed by Guy Hamilton.
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