Doctor Bull
“As Great - As Human - As 'State Fair'”
Synopsis
In this engaging adaptation of James Gould Cozzen's novel The Last Adam, film icon Will Rogers portrays Dr. George Bull, a compassionate, highly regarded small-town physician who often prescribes a healthy dose of common sense! But when Bull begins dating a widow (Vera Allen), the local gossips misconstrue the story. To make matters worse, Bull's plainspoken manner earns him an enemy in the wealthy owner of a nearby construction camp. But once it's learned that the camp has caused illness by polluting the local water supply, the good doctor steps in to try to restore the town's health - and his reputation!
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Will Rogers
Dr. George 'Doc' Bull
Ralph Morgan
Dr. Verney
Andy Devine
Larry Ward
Rochelle Hudson
Virginia (Muller)/Banning
Vera Allen
Mme Janet 'Jane' Cardmaker
Marian Nixon
May Tupping
Howard Lally
Joe Tupping
Berton Churchill
Herbert Banning
Louise Dresser
Mme Herbert Banning
Tempe Pigott
Grandma Banning
Elizabeth Patterson
Aunt Patricia Banning
Nora Cecil
Aunt Emily Banning
Patsy O'Byrne
Susan
Veda Buckland
Mary
Effie Ellsler
Aunt Myra Bull
Helen Freeman
Helen Upjohn
Betty Bryson
Reginald Barlow
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Release History & Theatrical Window
September 22, 1933
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Ford
- Screenplay & Story
- James Gould Cozzens, Paul Green, Philip Klein
- Original Score
- Samuel Kaylin
- Original Title
- Doctor Bull
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 19m
- Production Studios
- Fox Film Corporation
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Ford
James Gould Cozzens, Paul Green, Philip Klein
Samuel Kaylin
George Schneiderman
Louis R. Loeffler
Winfield R. Sheehan
Department Leadership Roster
John Ford
Director
Paul Green
Writer
Winfield R. Sheehan
Producer
George Schneiderman
Director of Photography
Philip Klein
Writer
Samuel Kaylin
Original Music Composer
Louis R. Loeffler
Editor
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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Frequently Asked Questions About Doctor Bull
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What is Doctor Bull about?
In this engaging adaptation of James Gould Cozzen's novel The Last Adam, film icon Will Rogers portrays Dr. George Bull, a compassionate, highly regarded small-town physician who often prescribes a healthy dose of common sense! But when Bull begins dating a widow (Vera Allen), the local gossips misconstrue the story. To make matters worse, Bull's plainspoken manner earns him an enemy in the wealthy owner of a nearby construction camp. But once it's learned that the camp has caused illness by polluting the local water supply, the good doctor steps in to try to restore the town's health - and his reputation!
Who directed Doctor Bull?
Doctor Bull was directed by John Ford.
Who stars in Doctor Bull?
The principal cast of Doctor Bull includes Will Rogers, Ralph Morgan, Andy Devine, Rochelle Hudson, Vera Allen.
When was Doctor Bull released and how long is it?
Doctor Bull was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 19m.
Who composed the musical score for Doctor Bull?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Doctor Bull was composed by Samuel Kaylin.
Is Doctor Bull based on a book or true story?
Doctor Bull is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "James Gould Cozzens".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Doctor Bull?
Doctor Bull holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).