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The Country Doctor

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In this true story set in remote, frozen Moosetown, Canada, John Luke (Jean Hersholt) is the only doctor around. Because of the punishing winters, Moosetown is closed off until spring, so he is responsible for all medical duties during that time, from illness to childbirth. Struggling to garner support for better supplies and facilities from stubborn local businessmen, Dr. Luke opens some eyes after he delivers the world's first quintuplets to a longtime patient.

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Meyer Levin (Patterson Murphy) Esquire Magazine John Qualen is perfect as the bemused father, and every quintuplet joke you ever heard is pulled with fresh effect... Apr 17, 2020 Full Review Ann Ross Maclean's Magazine The Country Doctor is a little too long.... On the whole, however, it's entertaining and well handled. Oct 2, 2019 Full Review Toby Woollaston New Zealand Herald It is all the better for its reserve and operates amicably within its bounds at a pace that matches its rural setting. Rated: 3.5/5 Dec 26, 2017 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis In this true story set in remote, frozen Moosetown, Canada, John Luke (Jean Hersholt) is the only doctor around. Because of the punishing winters, Moosetown is closed off until spring, so he is responsible for all medical duties during that time, from illness to childbirth. Struggling to garner support for better supplies and facilities from stubborn local businessmen, Dr. Luke opens some eyes after he delivers the world's first quintuplets to a longtime patient.
Director
Henry King
Production Co
20th Century Fox
Genre
Drama
Original Language
English
Runtime
1h 50m