Man-Eater of Kumaon(1948)
Never before have you lived an adventure like this!
A doctor hunts a vicious, man-eating tiger that terrorizes a native jungle village. In time the doctor experiences a personal change when he accepts their native customs and beliefs.
Movie: Man-Eater of Kumaon
Top 10 Billed Cast
Narain
Dr. John Collins
Lali
Ganga Ram
Farmer
Native Doctor
Panwah's Father
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A doctor hunts a vicious, man-eating tiger that terrorizes a native jungle village. In time the doctor experiences a personal change when he accepts their native customs and beliefs.
Release Date
1948-11-08
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5.7
Rating:
2.9 startsTagline
Never before have you lived an adventure like this!
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