Calling All Doctors
Calling All Doctors

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Calling All Doctors

1937
Movie
20 min
English

Charley is a hypochondriac who is driving his family, his friends and his doctor crazy.

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IMDb6.4/10
Director: Willis GoldbeckGenres: Comedy, Romance

Plot Summary

A slick promoter tries to exploit a small town's only doctor, only to find himself falling for the doctor's daughter. Meanwhile, a series of comical misunderstandings and medical mishaps ensues as the promoter attempts to manipulate the town's health situation for profit. Ultimately, he must choose between his schemes and genuine affection.

Critical Reception

This lighthearted comedy was generally seen as a pleasant, if unremarkable, diversion of its time. While it didn't garner significant critical acclaim, it was appreciated for its gentle humor and simple romantic plot, serving as a typical example of a B-movie production from the era.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming simplicity and light comedic moments.

  • Seen as an enjoyable, albeit predictable, romantic comedy.

  • Mildly entertaining for its time, fitting the mold of a standard studio picture.

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Fun Fact

The film was part of Warner Bros.'s strategy to produce a series of smaller, less expensive films to fill out their release schedule during the late 1930s.

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