Jane Eyre
Synopsis
After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meets the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Edward Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Franklin J. Schaffner
- Screenplay & Story
- Sumner Locke Elliott, Charlotte Brontë
- Original Score
- Vic Oliver
- Original Title
- Jane Eyre
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- CBS
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Franklin J. Schaffner
Sumner Locke Elliott, Charlotte Brontë
Vic Oliver
Worthington Miner
Department Leadership Roster
Franklin J. Schaffner
Director
Worthington Miner
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jane Eyre
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jane Eyre about?
After a bleak childhood, Jane Eyre goes out into the world to become a governess. As she lives happily in her new position at Thornfield Hall, she meets the dark, cold, and abrupt master of the house, Edward Rochester. Jane and her employer grow close in friendship and she soon finds herself falling in love with him. Happiness seems to have found Jane at last, but could Rochester's terrible secret be about to destroy it forever?
Who directed Jane Eyre?
Jane Eyre was directed by Franklin J. Schaffner.
Who stars in Jane Eyre?
The principal cast of Jane Eyre includes Charlton Heston, Viola Roache, Ethel Remey, Joan Wetmore, Adelaide Klein.
When was Jane Eyre released and how long is it?
Jane Eyre was released in 1949 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.
Who composed the musical score for Jane Eyre?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jane Eyre was composed by Vic Oliver.
Is Jane Eyre based on a book or true story?
Jane Eyre is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Charlotte Brontë".