The Story of Dr. Wassell

1944· 140 min★ 6.7· Drama, Action, Adventure

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.

Cast: Gary Cooper, Laraine Day, Signe Hasso, Dennis O'Keefe

Director: Cecil B. DeMille