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One Against the World

One Against the World

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This short film presents the story of Dr. Ephraim McDowell, who came under scrutiny for his pioneering of surgical practices.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

11 mins

Rating

0/10

Release Date

19 August 1939

Country

United States of America

Cast

Jonathan Hale

Jonathan Hale

Dr. Ephraim McDowell

John Nesbitt

John Nesbitt

Narrator (voice)

Harold Goodwin

Harold Goodwin

Tom Crawford (uncredited)

Claire McDowell

Claire McDowell

Jane Todd Crawford (uncredited)

Charles Middleton

Charles Middleton

Mr. Crumley (uncredited)

Dick Rich

Dick Rich

Sol Rakes (uncredited)

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