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The Story of Dr. Wassell

NR2h 20m1944Cecil B. DeMille
IMDb 6.6
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"Flaming Action from the Jungles of Java to China and the Seven Seas!"

As the Japanese sweep through the East Indies during World War II, Dr. Wassell is determined to escape from Java with some crewmen of the cruiser Marblehead. Based on a true story of how Dr. Wassell saved a dozen or so wounded sailors who were left behind when able bodied men were evacuated to Australia.

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What is The Story of Dr. Wassell (1944) about?

As the Japanese sweep through the East Indies during World War II, Dr. Wassell is determined to escape from Java with some crewmen of the cruiser Marblehead. Based on a true story of how Dr. Wassell saved a dozen or so wounded sailors who were left behind when able bodied men were evacuated to Australia.

Who stars in The Story of Dr. Wassell?

The Story of Dr. Wassell stars Gary Cooper (Dr. Corydon M. Wassell), Laraine Day (Madeleine), Signe Hasso (Bettina), Dennis O'Keefe (Benjamin 'Hoppy' Hopkins), Carol Thurston (Tremartini (Three Martini)). The film was directed by Cecil B. DeMille.

How long is The Story of Dr. Wassell?

The Story of Dr. Wassell has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 1944. It is rated NR.

Is The Story of Dr. Wassell worth watching?

The Story of Dr. Wassell holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of War, Adventure, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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