A Dispatch from Reuters (1940)
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.
- Released
- 1940-10-19
- Genres
- Drama, History
- Runtime
- 90 min
- Status
- Released
- Directed / written by
- William Dieterle, Milton Krims
- TMDB rating
- 6.4/10 from 18 votes
Cast
- Edward G. Robinson as Paul Julius Reuter
- Edna Best as Ida Magnus Reuter
- Eddie Albert as Max Wagner
- Albert Bassermann as Franz Geller
- Gene Lockhart as Otto Bauer
- Otto Kruger as Dr. Magnus
- Nigel Bruce as Sir Randolph Persham
- Montagu Love as Delane
- James Stephenson as Carew
- Walter Kingsford as Napoleon III
- David Bruce as Bruce
- Dickie Moore as Reuter as a Boy