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A Dispatch from Reuters

NR19401h 30mWilliam Dieterle
IMDb 6.9

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

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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BiographyCarrier Pigeon

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What is A Dispatch from Reuters (1940) about?

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…

Who stars in A Dispatch from Reuters?

A Dispatch from Reuters stars Edward G. Robinson (Paul Julius Reuter), Edna Best (Ida Magnus Reuter), Eddie Albert (Max Wagner), Albert Bassermann (Franz Geller), Gene Lockhart (Otto Bauer). The film was directed by William Dieterle.

How long is A Dispatch from Reuters?

A Dispatch from Reuters has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1940. It is rated NR.

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A Dispatch from Reuters holds an IMDb rating of 6.9/10. Fans of Drama, History are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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