

The Soldier and the Lady
1937-04-09 · 85 min · ★ 7.3
In the face of rebellion in Russia, Czar Alexander II sends soldier Michael Strogoff 2,000 miles away, with a critical message for Grand Duke Vladimir. On the train journey, Michael befriends a traveler and comes into contact with a mysterious spy, who both unexpectedly aid him in his quest. Once behind enemy lines, Michael is near his hometown and his mother, whom he must avoid in order to fulfill his mission.
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- Directors
- George Nichols Jr.
- Production companies
- RKO Radio Pictures
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Anton WalbrookMichel Strogoff
Elizabeth AllanNadia
Akim TamiroffIvan Ogareff
Margot GrahameZangarra
Fay BainterStrogoff's Mother
Edward BrophyPacker
Eric BloreHenry Blount
Paul GuilfoyleVasiley
William StackGrand Duke
Paul HarveyTsar
Michael VisaroffInnkeeper
Oscar ApfelTsar's General (Uncredited)
Margaret ArmstrongGypsy Woman (Uncredited)
Matthew BetzChieftain (Uncredited)
Ward BondTartar Guard (Uncredited)
Lynton BrentSailor (Uncredited)
Leonard CeeleyTsar's Aide (Uncredited)
Harry CordingPeasant (Uncredited)
Helen Jerome EddyShepherd's Wife (Uncredited)
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