Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

2006 · 52 min · TV Movie, Documentary, Drama

This is the story of the invention of penicillin and the scientists behind the work. The main character, Howard Florey, races against time to create his magic bullet that will ultimately save the lives of thousands of soldiers during the second world war and win him the Nobel prize. It is a story of intrigue, suspense and bitter rivalry, set mainly in Oxford, England during World War II.

Directed by Gordon Glenn · Written by Gordon Glenn

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Jasper Bagg Ernst Chain
Brett Climo Norman Heatley
Daniela Farinacci Margaret Jennings
Peter Flaherty Benson
Lew Luton Alexander Fleming
Nikolai Nikolaeff James Kent
Fred Whitlock Howard Florey
Daryl Wilkinson Edward Mellanby

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