The Story of Dr. Wassell

The Story of Dr. Wassell (1944)

Approved 04 Jul 1944 • Action, Adventure, Drama • 2h 20m

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.

Cecil B. DeMille
Director
Alan Le May, Charles Bennett, Corydon M. Wassell
Writer
Gary Cooper, Laraine Day, Signe Hasso
Starring

Language: English, Spanish
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 1 win & 1 nomination total
Country: United States
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6.6

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