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A Dispatch from Reuters

6.4/10
TMDB18 votes
1940Original: English90 min

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.

Genres: Drama, History
Cast: Edward G. Robinson, Edna Best, Eddie Albert, Albert Bassermann, Gene Lockhart

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About A Dispatch from Reuters

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

A Dispatch from Reuters (1940) is a film in the drama, history genres. Directed by William Dieterle. The cast includes Edward G. Robinson, Edna Best, Eddie Albert, Albert Bassermann.

Released
1940-10-19
Original language
English
Runtime
90 minutes
Status
Released
Production countries
United States of America
Production companies
Warner Bros. Pictures
Writers
Milton Krims, Valentine Williams, Wolfgang Wilhelm

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What is A Dispatch from Reuters 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 industry.

Who stars in A Dispatch from Reuters?

Edward G. Robinson, Edna Best, Eddie Albert, Albert Bassermann, Gene Lockhart, Otto Kruger. See the cast cards above for character names.

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