Top Cast
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Godfrey Tearle
General Church
Jeanne De Casalis
Lady Frome
John Laurie
McNab
Thorley Walters
Andrew
Morland Graham
Bates
Mabel Constanduros
Mrs. Bates
Patric Curwen
Dr. Sargeant
Alec Faversham
Hank
Michael Lambart
Lord Ottershaw
Irene Handl
Mrs. Farnsworth
Rosalyn Boulter
Billetting Officer
Maureen Glynne
Snarrer
Gerald Moore
Harry
Brian Weske
Limpy
Petula Clark
Irma
David Trickett
Bobby
Pat Geary
Violet
Gordon Begg
Old Steward (uncredited)
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Maurice Elvey
- Screenplay & Story
- Elizabeth Baron
- Original Score
- William Alwyn
- Original Title
- Medal for the General
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- British National Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Maurice Elvey
Elizabeth Baron, James Ronald
William Alwyn
James Wilson
Grace Garland
Department Leadership Roster
Maurice Elvey
Director
James Wilson
Director of Photography
Grace Garland
Editor
Elizabeth Baron
Screenplay
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Medal for the General
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Medal for the General about?
A retired general helps out by sheltering some evacuees during WWII.
Who directed Medal for the General?
Medal for the General was directed by Maurice Elvey.
Who stars in Medal for the General?
The principal cast of Medal for the General includes Godfrey Tearle, Jeanne De Casalis, John Laurie, Thorley Walters, Morland Graham.
When was Medal for the General released and how long is it?
Medal for the General was released in 1944 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Medal for the General?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Medal for the General was composed by William Alwyn.
Is Medal for the General based on a book or true story?
Medal for the General is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Ronald".