The read
It runs a compact 1h 6m.
Synopsis
John Meadham, in charge of a West African trading post, wires the home office in London that he is tired and worn out and that they need to send a replacement to take over. The company sends a stiff upper-lipper, Charles Summers, accompanied by his wife, Margaret. An antagonism develops between the two men from the moment Summers arrives.
Ratings
IMDb3.8/10
4 audience votes
Key crew
- Archie MayoDirector
Cast
- Jack HoltJohn Meadham
- Dorothy RevierMargaret Summers
- Philip StrangeCharles Summers
- George C. PearceDoctor
- Hayden StevensonAmbassador
- Irma HarrisonNidia
- Onest ConleyChief
Stills
Themes
africapoisonquarreltrading posthome office