The First of the Few

In "The First of the Few" (1942), the film follows the story of R.J. Mitchell, the British aeronautical engineer who designed the Spitfire aircraft that played a crucial role in the Battle of Britain during World War II. The movie chronicles Mitchell's design struggles, health challenges, and his race against time to perfect the Spitfire while battling personal and political obstacles. The film focuses on Mitchell's determination, innovation, and legacy as he works towards creating an aircraft that could potentially change the course of the war.