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Friendly Persuasion (1956)

NR ★ 6.7/10 137 min Drama, War United States English
Director: William Wyler
Screenplay by: Michael Wilson
Book: Jessamyn West
Streaming: Not available
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Description

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?

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Top Cast

Gary Cooper
Gary Cooper Jess Birdwell
Dorothy McGuire
Dorothy McGuire Eliza Birdwell
Anthony Perkins
Anthony Perkins Josh Birdwell
Richard Eyer
Richard Eyer Little Jess Birdwell
Robert Middleton
Robert Middleton Sam Jordan
Phyllis Love
Phyllis Love Mattie Birdwell
Peter Mark Richman
Peter Mark Richman Gardner 'Gard' Jordan
Walter Catlett
Walter Catlett Professor Quigley

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