A Dispatch from Reuters

A Dispatch from Reuters

1940
1h 30m
6.4

6.4/10

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Drama History

"NO ONE KNOWS HIM...HIS SHADOW COVERS THE WORLD! Who is this mystery man...who changed the fate of nations?"

Overview

In 19th-century England, German journalist Paul Julius Reuter and his partner, Max Wagner, utilize messenger pigeons to connect telegraph stations across Europe. As time passes and technology outdates his system, Reuter invents a wire system that transmits news stories directly to newspapers. But when a rival creates a faster means, Reuter must transmit high-profile news to stay on top of the industry.

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Production Information

Production Companies
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Countries
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English

Keywords

biography carrier pigeon

Quick Facts

Release Date October 19, 1940
Status Released
Language EN
IMDb ID tt0032396

Cast

Edward G. Robinson
Edward G. Robinson

Paul Julius Reuter

Edna Best
Edna Best

Ida Magnus Reuter

Eddie Albert
Eddie Albert

Max Wagner

Albert Bassermann
Albert Bassermann

Franz Geller

Gene Lockhart
Gene Lockhart

Otto Bauer

Otto Kruger
Otto Kruger

Dr. Magnus

Nigel Bruce
Nigel Bruce

Sir Randolph Persham

Montagu Love
Montagu Love

Delane

James Stephenson
James Stephenson

Carew

Walter Kingsford
Walter Kingsford

Napoleon III

David Bruce
David Bruce

Bruce

Dickie Moore
Dickie Moore

Reuter as a Boy

Key Crew

William Dieterle
Director
Milton Krims
Screenplay