School for Secrets (1946)

Cast

• Ralph Richardson - Prof. Heatherville
• Raymond Huntley - Prof. Laxton-Jones
• John Laurie - Dr. McVitie
• Ernest Jay - Dr. Dainty
• David Tomlinson - Mr. Watlington
• Finlay Currie - Sir Duncan Wills
• Norman Webb - Dr. Wainwright
• Michael Hordern - Lt. Cmdr. Lowther
• Pamela Matthews - Mrs. Watlington
• Joan Haythorne - Mrs. Laxton-Jones

Screenplay

• Peter Ustinov

Themes

The Horror of War and Humanity

Keywords

world war ii, radar, scientist, 1940s, battle of britain, luftwaffe

Frequently Asked Questions

What is School for Secrets about?

Wartime tale of a group of British scientists efforts to develop the first radar system. They did it just in time for it to be used in the Battle of Britain against the might of the Nazi Luftwaffe. Without it the little island could well have been overrun.

Who directed School for Secrets?

School for Secrets was directed by Peter Ustinov.

Who stars in School for Secrets?

School for Secrets stars Ralph Richardson, Raymond Huntley, John Laurie, Ernest Jay, David Tomlinson, Finlay Currie.

How long is School for Secrets?

School for Secrets has a runtime of 1h 48m (108 minutes).

What genre is School for Secrets?

School for Secrets is a Drama, War film.

Where was School for Secrets produced?

School for Secrets was produced in United Kingdom.

What are the themes of School for Secrets?

The themes of School for Secrets include: The Horror of War and Humanity.