Mr. Doctor (film)


Mr. Doctor is a 1916 Hungarian silent drama film directed by Michael Curtiz. It is based on the 1902 play A doktor úr by Ferenc Molnár. It stars Márton Rátkai, György Kürthy, Lucie Labass, and Gusztáv Vándory. The film was released on 13 November 1916.

Plot summary

The plot of *Mr. Doctor* centers on the life of Puzsér, a clever and resourceful doctor whose involvement in the lives of his patients and acquaintances leads to a series of comedic and dramatic events. Puzsér is drawn into the personal affairs of Sárkány, an ambitious lawyer, and Sárkányné, his strong-willed wife, as well as Sárkány's sister, who harbors her own secrets and desires.
The story unfolds as Puzsér navigates misunderstandings, romantic entanglements, and social expectations, often using his wit and charm to resolve conflicts. His role as both a healer and a mediator places him at the center of a web of relationships, where his actions have far-reaching consequences.

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