Distant Trumpet(1952)
David Anthony, a Harley Street physician, swaps duties with his brother, a medical missionary in Africa.
Movie: Distant Trumpet
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Valerie Maitland
Richard Anthony
Beryl Jeffries
Mrs. Phillips
Sir Rudolph Gettins
Mrs. Waterhouse
Mrs. Hallett
Mrs. Nettley
Mr. Harris
Distant Trumpet
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David Anthony, a Harley Street physician, swaps duties with his brother, a medical missionary in Africa.
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1952-07-31
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