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Penicillin: The Magic Bullet

2006

52 minutes

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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.

Top Cast

Jasper Bagg headshot

Jasper Bagg

Ernst Chain

Brett Climo headshot

Brett Climo

Norman Heatley

Daniela Farinacci headshot

Daniela Farinacci

Margaret Jennings

Peter Flaherty headshot

Peter Flaherty

Benson

Lew Luton headshot

Lew Luton

Alexander Fleming

Nikolai Nikolaeff headshot

Nikolai Nikolaeff

James Kent

Fred Whitlock headshot

Fred Whitlock

Howard Florey

Daryl Wilkinson headshot

Daryl Wilkinson

Edward Mellanby