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Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet
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Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet

1940-02-23 · 103 min · ★ 6.6

Drama

German scientist Paul Ehrlich makes remarkable advancements in the field of medical diagnostics with his research in cellular staining with dyes. His work results in new knowledge about tuberculosis, but also leads to his contraction of the disease. Ehrlich travels to Egypt, where he investigates diphtheria and earns more accolades. Eventually, his research in treating diseases leads to the development of a 'magic bullet' treatment for syphilis.

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Directors
William Dieterle
Production companies
Warner Bros. Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Edward G. RobinsonEdward G. RobinsonDr. Paul Ehrlich
Ruth GordonRuth GordonMrs. Ehrlich
Otto KrugerOtto KrugerDr. Emil Von Behring
Donald CrispDonald CrispMinister Althoff
Maria OuspenskayaMaria OuspenskayaFranziska Speyer
Montagu LoveMontagu LoveProfessor Hartmann
Sig RumanSig RumanDr. Hans Wolfert
Donald MeekDonald MeekMittelmeyer
Henry O'NeillHenry O'NeillDr. Lentz
Albert BassermannAlbert BassermannDr. Robert Koch
Edward NorrisEdward NorrisDr. Morgenroth
Harry DavenportHarry DavenportJudge
Louis CalhernLouis CalhernDr. Brockdorf
Louis Jean HeydtLouis Jean HeydtDr. Kunze
Charles HaltonCharles HaltonSensenbrenner
Irving BaconIrving BaconBecker
Douglas WoodDouglas WoodSpeidler
Theodore von EltzTheodore von EltzDr. Kraus
Hermine SterlerHermine SterlerMiss Marquardt
Louis AdlonLouis AdlonHospital Attendant

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