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The Innocents (1961)

Movie ★ 7.5 100 min

Horror Mystery Drama

In a mid-19th century Essex country house, a young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted by ghosts and that the children are being possessed.

Jack Clayton Director

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Quick facts

Released
November 24, 1961
Runtime
100 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$430,000
Box office
$1.2M
IMDb
tt0055018
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
Achilles, 20th Century Fox

Themes

Cast

Deborah Kerr Deborah Kerr Miss Giddens Peter Wyngarde Peter Wyngarde Peter Quint Megs Jenkins Megs Jenkins Mrs. Grose Michael Redgrave Michael Redgrave The Uncle Martin Stephens Martin Stephens Miles Pamela Franklin Pamela Franklin Flora Clytie Jessop Clytie Jessop Miss Jessel Isla Cameron Anna Eric Woodburn Coachman (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Innocents about?
In a mid-19th century Essex country house, a young governess for two children becomes convinced that the house and grounds are haunted by ghosts and that the children are being possessed.
Who directed The Innocents?
The Innocents was directed by Jack Clayton.
Who stars in The Innocents?
The Innocents stars Deborah Kerr, Peter Wyngarde, Megs Jenkins, Michael Redgrave.
When was The Innocents released?
The Innocents is a 1961 horror, mystery, drama film.
Where can I watch The Innocents?
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