Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet (1940)
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.
Drama
Cast
- Edward G. Robinson — Dr. Paul Ehrlich
- Ruth Gordon — Mrs. Ehrlich
- Otto Kruger — Dr. Emil Von Behring
- Donald Crisp — Minister Althoff
- Maria Ouspenskaya — Franziska Speyer
- Montagu Love — Professor Hartmann
- Sig Ruman — Dr. Hans Wolfert
- Donald Meek — Mittelmeyer
- Henry O'Neill — Dr. Lentz
- Albert Bassermann — Dr. Robert Koch
- Edward Norris — Dr. Morgenroth
- Harry Davenport — Judge
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