People vs. Jean Harris
Synopsis
This dramatic re-enactment premiered a mere nine weeks after the actual headline-making trial of the refined private school headmistress who was convicted of the murder of her unfaithful lover, Dr. Herman Tarnower, the famed "Scarsdale Diet" author.
Top Cast
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Ellen Burstyn
Jean Harris
Martin Balsam
Joel Aurnou
Richard Dysart
Judge Russell R. Leggett
Peter Coyote
George Bolen
Priscilla Morrill
Juanita Edwards
Sarah Marshall
Suzanne Van der Vreken
Millie Slavin
Narrator (voice)
Marlyn McAvoy
Bonnie
Sari Price
Court Officer
Al Ruscio
Det. Siciliano
David Cramer
Guard
David Cooper
Mr. Lalla
Milton Selzer
Dr. Roth
Alvin Ing
Dr. Louis Roh
Alan Manson
Dr. Henry Francis Ryan
Christopher Curry
Officer McKenna
Lesley Woods
Clerk
Glenn Carlson
Vonglan, the Jury Foreman
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- George Schaefer
- Screenplay & Story
- George Lefferts
- Original Score
- Brad Fiedel
- Original Title
- People vs. Jean Harris
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 27m
- Production Studios
- PKO Television
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
George Schaefer
George Lefferts
Brad Fiedel
Danny White, Harold V. McKenzie
Paul Klein, George Schaefer
Department Leadership Roster
George Lefferts
Writer
George Schaefer
Director
Danny White
Editor
Noel Taylor
Costume Design
Brad Fiedel
Original Music Composer
George Schaefer
Producer
Harold V. McKenzie
Editor
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Frequently Asked Questions About People vs. Jean Harris
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is People vs. Jean Harris about?
This dramatic re-enactment premiered a mere nine weeks after the actual headline-making trial of the refined private school headmistress who was convicted of the murder of her unfaithful lover, Dr. Herman Tarnower, the famed "Scarsdale Diet" author.
Who directed People vs. Jean Harris?
People vs. Jean Harris was directed by George Schaefer.
Who stars in People vs. Jean Harris?
The principal cast of People vs. Jean Harris includes Ellen Burstyn, Martin Balsam, Richard Dysart, Peter Coyote, Priscilla Morrill.
When was People vs. Jean Harris released and how long is it?
People vs. Jean Harris was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 2h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for People vs. Jean Harris?
The original motion picture soundtrack for People vs. Jean Harris was composed by Brad Fiedel.