Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb7.4/10
33 audience votes
Key crew
- Norman BurnstineScreenplay
- Max SteinerOriginal Music Composer
- William DieterleDirector
- Heinz HeraldScreenplay
- John HustonScreenplay
Cast
- Edward G. RobinsonDr. Paul Ehrlich
- Ruth GordonMrs. Ehrlich
- Otto KrugerDr. Emil Von Behring
- Donald CrispMinister Althoff
- Maria OuspenskayaFranziska Speyer
- Montagu LoveProfessor Hartmann
- Sig RumanDr. Hans Wolfert
- Donald MeekMittelmeyer
- Henry O'NeillDr. Lentz
- Albert BassermannDr. Robert Koch
- Edward NorrisDr. Morgenroth
- Harry DavenportJudge