28 Nov 1942
Madero of Mexico
This Passing Parade series short chronicles the political life of Francisco Madero, who tried to bring democracy and land reform to Mexico.
The Hidden Master
Shows how important luck can be in a person's life.
Top Billed Cast
John Nesbitt Self - Narrator (voice)
Peter Cushing Robert Clive of India
Dorothy Granger Mrs. Jones (uncredited)
Louis Jean Heydt Harry Jones (uncredited)
Richard Nichols Harry Jones' Son (uncredited)
Emmett Vogan Dr. William Roentgen (uncredited)
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