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The Hidden Master

1940-04-20 · 11 min · ★ 8.0

Documentary · History

Shows how important luck can be in a person's life.

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Directors
Sammy Lee
Production companies
Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

John NesbittSelf - Narrator (voice)
Peter CushingPeter CushingRobert Clive of India
Dorothy GrangerDorothy GrangerMrs. Jones (uncredited)
Louis Jean HeydtLouis Jean HeydtHarry Jones (uncredited)
Richard NicholsHarry Jones' Son (uncredited)
Emmett VoganEmmett VoganDr. William Roentgen (uncredited)

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