Friendly Persuasion

Friendly Persuasion

24/10/1956 2h 17m 6.6/10

Overview

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?

Director

William Wyler

Top Billed Cast

Anthony Perkins

Anthony Perkins

Josh Birdwell

Gary Cooper

Gary Cooper

Jess Birdwell

Dorothy McGuire

Dorothy McGuire

Eliza Birdwell

Robert Middleton

Robert Middleton

Sam Jordan

Phyllis Love

Phyllis Love

Mattie Birdwell

Richard Eyer

Richard Eyer

Little Jess Birdwell

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