A Dispatch from Reuters
“NO ONE KNOWS HIM...HIS SHADOW COVERS THE WORLD! Who is this mystery man...who changed the fate of nations?”
Synopsis
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.
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Edward G. Robinson
Paul Julius Reuter
Edna Best
Ida Magnus Reuter
Eddie Albert
Max Wagner
Albert Bassermann
Franz Geller
Gene Lockhart
Otto Bauer
Otto Kruger
Dr. Magnus
Nigel Bruce
Sir Randolph Persham
Montagu Love
Delane
James Stephenson
Carew
Walter Kingsford
Napoleon III
David Bruce
Bruce
Dickie Moore
Reuter as a Boy
Billy Dawson
Max Wagner as a Boy
Richard Nichols
Herbert - Age 5
Lumsden Hare
Chairman
Louis Adlon
Clerk (uncredited)
Norman Ainsley
Cockney News Vendor (uncredited)
Mary Anderson
Girl with Max (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
October 19, 1940
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- William Dieterle
- Screenplay & Story
- Milton Krims
- Original Score
- Max Steiner
- Original Title
- A Dispatch from Reuters
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
William Dieterle
Milton Krims, Valentine Williams, Wolfgang Wilhelm
Max Steiner
James Wong Howe
Department Leadership Roster
William Dieterle
Director
Max Steiner
Original Music Composer
James Wong Howe
Director of Photography
Milton Krims
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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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 directed A Dispatch from Reuters?
A Dispatch from Reuters was directed by William Dieterle.
Who stars in A Dispatch from Reuters?
The principal cast of A Dispatch from Reuters includes Edward G. Robinson, Edna Best, Eddie Albert, Albert Bassermann, Gene Lockhart.
When was A Dispatch from Reuters released and how long is it?
A Dispatch from Reuters was released in 1940 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for A Dispatch from Reuters?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Dispatch from Reuters was composed by Max Steiner.
What is the age rating and content advisory for A Dispatch from Reuters?
A Dispatch from Reuters holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).