Murrain (1975)
When a mystery illness infects the pigs of a village farmer and a local boy is also taken ill, the villagers try to convince a veterinarian that it is caused by a curse from a woman they believe to be a witch.
Director: John Cooper
Genre: Drama, Horror, Mystery, TV Movie
Runtime: 55 min
Release Date: July 27, 1975
Cast
- David Simeon - Alan Crich
- Bernard Lee - Beeley
- Una Brandon-Jones - Mrs. Clemson
- David Neal - Leach
- Marjorie Yates - Mrs. Leach
- John Golightly - Coker
- Raymond Platt - Tom Start
- Ray Dunbobbin - Jimmy
- Philip Gilman - Leach's Son
Screenplay
Production: Associated Television
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Original Language: en
Themes
Occult and Witchcraft, Urban Legends and Superstitions, Folk Horror and Ancient Curses, Creepy Dolls and Cursed Objects, Supernatural Horror and Terror
Keywords
witch, england, superstition, veterinarian, village, curse, occult, folk
More Films by Director: John Cooper
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Murrain about?
- When a mystery illness infects the pigs of a village farmer and a local boy is also taken ill, the villagers try to convince a veterinarian that it is caused by a curse from a woman they believe to be a witch.
- Who directed Murrain?
- Murrain was directed by John Cooper.
- Who stars in Murrain?
- Murrain stars David Simeon, Bernard Lee, Una Brandon-Jones, David Neal, Marjorie Yates, John Golightly.
- How long is Murrain?
- Murrain has a runtime of 55m (55 minutes).
- What genre is Murrain?
- Murrain is a Drama, Horror, Mystery, TV Movie film.
- Where was Murrain produced?
- Murrain was produced in United Kingdom.
- What are the themes of Murrain?
- The themes of Murrain include: Occult and Witchcraft, Urban Legends and Superstitions, Folk Horror and Ancient Curses, Creepy Dolls and Cursed Objects, Supernatural Horror and Terror.