Made 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…
Old Bill and Son (1941)
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!
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Morland Graham
Old Bill
John Mills
Young Bill
Mary Clare
Maggie
Renée Houston
Stella Malloy
Rène Ray
Sally
Gus McNaughton
Alf
Ronald Shiner
Bert
Manning Whiley
Chimp
Janine Darcey
Françoise
Roland Culver
Colonel
Donald Stuart
Canuck
Nicholas Phipps
BBC Reporter
Allan Jeayes
Willoughby
Ian Fleming
Club Member (uncredited)
Philip Friend
(uncredited)
Arthur Hambling
Shelter Delivery Man
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FAQ about Old Bill and Son
What is Old Bill and Son about?
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…
When was Old Bill and Son released?
Old Bill and Son was released in 1941.
What genres does Old Bill and Son belong to?
Old Bill and Son is categorised as Comedy, War.
Who stars in Old Bill and Son?
The cast of Old Bill and Son includes Morland Graham, John Mills, Mary Clare, Renée Houston, Rène Ray.