

Stamboul Quest
1934-07-13 · 86 min · ★ 5.2
In 1915, German Counter-Intelligence Chief Von Sturm learns that someone is providing the British with critical strategic planning for the Turkish theater. He suspects Ali Bey, Turkish commander for the Dardanelles, and dispatches Annemarie to Constantinople to secure the proof. En route, she becomes involved with Douglas Beall, a footloose American. Complications ensue, requiring Annemarie to engage in some dangerous improvisations.
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- Directors
- Sam Wood
- Production companies
- Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer
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- United States of America
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- Released
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Myrna LoyAnnemarie, aka Fräulein Doktor and Helena Bohlen
George BrentDouglas Beall
Lionel AtwillHerr Von Sturm
C. Henry GordonAli Bey
Rudolph AndersKarl (as Rudolph Amendt)
Mischa AuerAmeel Roberts
Leo G. CarrollKruger, #117 aka Bertram Church (uncredited)Title information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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