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Stefanie Powers
Joan Barthel
Paul Clemens
Peter Reilly
Tom Atkins
Lt. Bragdon
Jacqueline Brooks
Mildred Carston
Brian Dennehy
Barney Parsons
Conchata Ferrell
Rita Parsons
Charles Haid
Sgt. Case
Floyd Levine
Thomas Lanza
Kenneth McMillan
Sgt. Tim Scully
Gavan O'Herlihy
Father Mark
Yuki Shimoda
Dr. Samura
James Sutorius
Jim Barthel
Bonnie Bartlett
Teresa Noble
William Bronder
Judge Revere
Pat Corley
Judge Vincent
Trent Dolan
Sweeney
Charles Hallahan
Cpl. Sebastian
Mary Jackson
Sarah Biggens
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tony Richardson
- Screenplay & Story
- Spencer Eastman
- Original Title
- A Death in Canaan
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 5m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Television, Chris/Rose Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tony Richardson
Spencer Eastman
James Crabe
Bud S. Smith
Robert W. Christiansen, Rick Rosenberg
Department Leadership Roster
Tony Richardson
Director
Spencer Eastman
Writer
Bud S. Smith
Editor
Robert W. Christiansen
Producer
Rick Rosenberg
Producer
James Crabe
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Death in Canaan
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Death in Canaan about?
When a teenager is accused of his mother's murder, the community of Canaan rallies to his defense.
Who directed A Death in Canaan?
A Death in Canaan was directed by Tony Richardson.
Who stars in A Death in Canaan?
The principal cast of A Death in Canaan includes Stefanie Powers, Paul Clemens, Tom Atkins, Jacqueline Brooks, Brian Dennehy.
When was A Death in Canaan released and how long is it?
A Death in Canaan was released in 1978 with a total runtime of 2h 5m.