A Dispatch from Reuters (1940)

Name: A Dispatch from Reuters
Genre: Drama, History
Released: 1940
Duration: 90 min
Rating: 6.1
Cast: Edward G. Robinson, Edna Best, Eddie Albert, Albert Bassermann, Gene Lockhart

1h 30m United States of America

Drama History

Plot

Julius Reuter, a German entrepreneur, revolutionizes the dissemination of news in the 19th century. Initially relying on carrier pigeons to transmit urgent updates, he swiftly transitions to the more advanced wire system, laying the groundwork for a groundbreaking news agency. His innovative techniques not only enhance communication but also establish Reuters as a pivotal force in journalism. Through determination and ingenuity, Reuter transforms the way information travels, setting a standard that will influence media for generations to come.

Cast

Edward G. Robinson Edna Best Eddie Albert Albert Bassermann Gene Lockhart Otto Kruger Nigel Bruce Montagu Love James Stephenson Walter Kingsford David Bruce Dickie Moore Billy Dawson Richard Nichols Lumsden Hare