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1944•140 min•War, Adventure, Drama, Action, Romance

The Story of Dr. Wassell

Is The Story of Dr. Wassell a Hit or Flop?

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Is The Story of Dr. Wassell worth watching? With a rating of 6.3/10, this War, Adventure, Drama, Action, Romance film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Story of Dr. Wassell Synopsis

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.

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Top Cast

Gary Cooper
Gary CooperDr. Corydon M. Wassell
Laraine Day
Laraine DayMadeleine
Signe Hasso
Signe HassoBettina
Dennis O'Keefe
Dennis O'KeefeBenjamin 'Hoppy' Hopkins
Carol Thurston
Carol ThurstonTremartini (Three Martini)
Carl Esmond
Carl EsmondLt. Dirk Van Daal
Paul Kelly
Paul KellyMurdock
Elliott Reid
Elliott ReidWilliam 'Andy' Anderson
Laurette Luez
Laurette LuezPretty Javanese Girl
Stanley Ridges
Stanley RidgesCmdr. William B. 'Bill' Goggins

Frequently Asked Questions

Is The Story of Dr. Wassell worth watching?

The Story of Dr. Wassell has received mixed reviews with a 6.3/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of War, Adventure, Drama movies.

Is The Story of Dr. Wassell hit or flop?

The Story of Dr. Wassell has received average ratings (6.3/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Story of Dr. Wassell?

The Story of Dr. Wassell is a War, Adventure, Drama movie that 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 Marb...

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