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The Young Mr. Pitt

6.2(9)19421h 58m2

In 1783 England, King George III appoints William Pitt only 24 years old, as PM. When members of Parliament refuse to take Pitt seriously, he calls for a general election and wins. Pitt works to reform England, focusing on rebuilding the navy while across the sea in France, Napoleon Bonaparte begins his conquest of Europe.

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Status
Released
Budget
$275K
Box office
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Language
English
  • biography
  • napoleonic wars
  • british prime minister
  • british history
  • 18th century
  • member of parliament

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Director

Carol Reed

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United Kingdom

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  • United KingdomGB

    • Theatrical21 Sept 1942

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The Young Mr. Pitt was released on 21 September 1942.

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    CinemaSerf

    6/26/2022

    6/10

    Robert Donat is another of that rare breed of actor who rarely made a duff film - but this rather drudging effort comes pretty close. He portrays William Pitt, who became Prime Minister to King George III at the tender age of just 24, and who had to deal with the fallout from the French Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars and the mysterious illness that afflicted his King. Donat tries hard, but though Pitt was doubtlessl…

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