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Friendly Persuasion
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Friendly Persuasion

Tue, Oct 30, 1956
  • Drama
  • War
Film · Synopsis

Synopsis

The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude?

Trailer

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Release windows

When & where

US
  • In CinemasWed, Oct 24, 1956Chicago, Illinois
GB
  • In CinemasThu, Nov 22, 1956
FR
  • In CinemasMon, May 13, 1957Cannes Film Festival
DE
  • In CinemasFri, Sep 20, 1957West Germany
  • TVSat, Apr 5, 1986East Germany
JP
  • In CinemasFri, Jan 4, 1957
Where to watch

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Cast

Top of the call sheet

  • Gary Cooper
    Gary Cooper
    as Jess Birdwell
  • Dorothy McGuire
    Dorothy McGuire
    as Eliza Birdwell
  • Anthony Perkins
    Anthony Perkins
    as Josh Birdwell
  • Richard Eyer
    Richard Eyer
    as Little Jess Birdwell
  • Robert Middleton
    Robert Middleton
    as Sam Jordan
  • Phyllis Love
    Phyllis Love
    as Mattie Birdwell
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