King and Country

(1964)Directed by Joseph Losey85 min · PGWar, Drama
Go ahead... kill him - you're the only friend he has!

During World War I, Army Private Arthur James Hamp is accused of desertion during battle. The officer assigned to defend him at his court-martial, Captain Hargreaves, finds out there is more to the case than meets the eye.

Dirk Bogardeas Capt. Hargreaves
Tom Courtenayas Pvt. Arthur Hamp
Leo McKernas Capt. O'Sullivan
Peter Copleyas Colonel
Barry Fosteras Lt. Webb
Barry Justiceas Lt. Prescott
James Villiersas Capt. Midgley
Jeremy Spenseras Pvt. Sparrow
Vivian Matalonas Padre
Keith Buckleyas Corporal of Guard
James Hunteras Pvt. Sykes
Jonah Seymouras Cpl. Hamilton
LTLarry Tayloras Sergeant Major
David Cookas Pvt. Wilson
Richard Arthureas Guard
RBRaymond Brodyas 1st Soldier
Terry Palmeras 2nd Soldier
Dan Cornwallas 3rd Soldier
Derek Partridgeas Captain Court Martial
Brian Tippingas Lieutenant Court Martial