Brown on Resolution (1935): cast, story & where to watch
1935 · Film · ★ 5.8

Released in 1935, Brown on Resolution is an action and war film directed by Walter Forde, running about 70 minutes.
What it’s about. Forever England gives John Mills his first leading role as Brown. Born after a brief affair between his mother and a naval officer, he joins the Royal Navy during the First World War. There his bravery and marksmanship keeps a German ship in port so a British ship can sink it. He becomes a hero, but at what cost?
Who’s in it. Brown on Resolution stars Betty Balfour as Elizabeth Brown, John Mills as Albert Brown, Barry MacKay as Lt. Somerville and Jimmy Hanley as Ginger, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.8/10, Brown on Resolution has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Brown on Resolution page.
If you liked it. Fans of Brown on Resolution tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Brown on Resolution (1935)?
- In GB, Brown on Resolution is available to rent or buy from BFI Player. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Brown on Resolution worth watching?
- Brown on Resolution holds an audience score of 5.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action and war. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Brown on Resolution?
- Brown on Resolution stars Betty Balfour, John Mills, Barry MacKay, Jimmy Hanley and Howard Marion-Crawford.
- When was Brown on Resolution released?
- Brown on Resolution was released in 1935, with a runtime of about 70 minutes.