Three Sovereigns for Sarah (1985)
Nineteen people were hanged and one man pressed to death, while hundreds went to jail during the "witch hysteria" of 1692. THREE SOVEREIGNS FOR SARAH offers an accurate portrayal of the Salem witch trials, with real characters and original transcripts woven into the dialogue. The film is a powerful, moving story about three loving sisters accused of witchcraft.
Director: Philip Leacock
Genre: History, Drama, TV Movie
Runtime: 159 min
Release Date: May 1, 1985
Cast
- Kim Hunter - Mary Easty
- Vanessa Redgrave - Sarah Cloyce
- Phyllis Thaxter - Rebecca Nurse
- Patrick McGoohan - Chief Magistrate
- Will Lyman - Rev. Parris
- Jennifer Dundas - Anne Putnam Jr.
- Maryann Plunkett - Anne Putnam Sr.
- Les Barden - Ipswich Jailer
- Shay Duffin - Judge Hathorne
- John Dukakis - Joseph Putman
Screenplay
Music: Charles Gross
Cinematography: Larry Pizer
Editing: Stan Salfas
Production: Night Owl Productions, American Playhouse
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
Keywords
witch burning, puritan, salem, massachusetts, witchcraft, usa history, mob justice
More Films by Director: Philip Leacock
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Three Sovereigns for Sarah about?
- Nineteen people were hanged and one man pressed to death, while hundreds went to jail during the "witch hysteria" of 1692. THREE SOVEREIGNS FOR SARAH offers an accurate portrayal of the Salem witch trials, with real characters and original transcripts woven into the dialogue. The film is a powerful, moving story about three loving sisters accused of witchcraft.
- Who directed Three Sovereigns for Sarah?
- Three Sovereigns for Sarah was directed by Philip Leacock.
- Who stars in Three Sovereigns for Sarah?
- Three Sovereigns for Sarah stars Kim Hunter, Vanessa Redgrave, Phyllis Thaxter, Patrick McGoohan, Will Lyman, Jennifer Dundas.
- How long is Three Sovereigns for Sarah?
- Three Sovereigns for Sarah has a runtime of 2h 39m (159 minutes).
- What genre is Three Sovereigns for Sarah?
- Three Sovereigns for Sarah is a History, Drama, TV Movie film.
- Where was Three Sovereigns for Sarah produced?
- Three Sovereigns for Sarah was produced in United States of America.