Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

Overview

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

Top cast

Jasper Bagg

Ernst Chain

Brett Climo

Norman Heatley

Daniela Farinacci

Margaret Jennings

Peter Flaherty

Benson

L

Lew Luton

Alexander Fleming

Nikolai Nikolaeff

James Kent

F

Fred Whitlock

Howard Florey

D

Daryl Wilkinson

Edward Mellanby

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