Dr. Ehrlich's Magic Bullet

“NOT A GANGSTER PICTURE BUT ...a war on the deadliest public enemy of all!”

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.

Director

William Dieterle

Screenplay

John Huston

Screenplay

Heinz Herald

Screenplay

Norman Burnstine

Status

Released

Release date

23/02/1940

Original language

English