Jack London(a.k.a. "The Adventures of Jack London," "The Life of Jack London" & "The Story of Jack London") US (1943): Adventure/Biography
Episodes in the novelist's life (1876-1916): In 1890, young Jack London (Michael O'Shea) quits a cannery job to try oyster piracy. Later, he signs on for a sealing voyage, tries Yukon prospecting and a brief university career, loving and leaving women along the way. Instead of riches, he gets story ideas. Suddenly, he finds success and a delectable lady; but the urge for adventure won't let him go. Alfred Santell directs a cast that also includes Susan Hayward, Osa Massen, Harry Davenport, Virginia Mayo, Ralph Morgan, Louise Beavers and Regis Toomey. (Samuel Bronston Prod./UA) (IMDb)
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