Doctor Jim (1947)

8.0/10 48 min Drama

Overview

Dr. Jim Gateson, a country doctor who has counselled and ministered to his community for 30 years, is being honored with a surprise testimonial dinner. The scenario then flashes back through three decades, commencing with the young GP first hanging up his shingle, serving at the front during WWI, home life being disrupted by telephone calls from those in need, and competition from a new medic in town who doesn't make country calls.

Cast

Stuart Erwin

Doctor James Gateros

Barbara Woodell

Sally Gateros

William Wright

Doctor Sylvester

Hobart Cavanaugh

Mayor

William Schallert

George Brant

William Newell

Editor (as Bill Newell)

William Forrest

Major

Dick Elliott

Edgar

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