Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

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.

Country:

Genre:

TV Movie,

Documentary,

Drama

Duration:

52 minutes

Year:

2006

Director:

Gordon Glenn

Cast:

Ernst Chain

Norman Heatley

Margaret Jennings

Benson

Alexander Fleming

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Writer

Director