The Soldier and the Lady (1937)

7.3/10 85 min Adventure History Romance War

Overview

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.

Cast

Anton Walbrook

Michel Strogoff

Elizabeth Allan

Nadia

Akim Tamiroff

Ivan Ogareff

Margot Grahame

Zangarra

Fay Bainter

Strogoff's Mother

Edward Brophy

Packer

Eric Blore

Henry Blount

Paul Guilfoyle

Vasiley

William Stack

Grand Duke

Paul Harvey

Tsar

Michael Visaroff

Innkeeper

Oscar Apfel

Tsar's General (Uncredited)

Margaret Armstrong

Gypsy Woman (Uncredited)

Matthew Betz

Chieftain (Uncredited)

Ward Bond

Tartar Guard (Uncredited)

Lynton Brent

Sailor (Uncredited)

Leonard Ceeley

Tsar's Aide (Uncredited)

Harry Cording

Peasant (Uncredited)

Helen Jerome Eddy

Shepherd's Wife (Uncredited)

Budd Fine

Peasant (Uncredited)

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