The Winslow Boy

The Winslow Boy is a 1948 British drama film based on Terence Rattigan's 1946 play of the same name. It tells the story of Arthur Winslow, a father who is convinced of his son Ronnie's innocence after he is expelled from the Royal Naval College for allegedly stealing a postal order. With the help of renowned barrister Sir Robert Morton, Arthur takes the case to Parliament, eventually securing an apology and compensation for Ronnie. The film stars Robert Donat as Sir Robert Morton, Sir Cedric Hardwicke as Arthur Winslow, and Margaret Leighton as Catherine Winslow.