Jesse
Synopsis
Based on the true story of a caring nurse whose work in Death Valley was challenged by the state.
Top Cast
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Lee Remick
Jesse Maloney
Scott Wilson
Sam Maloney
Priscilla Lopez
Martha
Kevin Conway
Ken Brand
Albert Salmi
Sheriff Bill Sommers
Jace Kent
Holland
Richard Marcus
Ray Butler
Nick Young
Sheriff
Leon Rippy
uncredited
Macon McCalman
Donald Hopkins
Richard Erdman
Dr. Adams
Dave Adams
Claude
Brian J. Case
Rob Maloney
Mike Casper
Mike Watts
Henry Kendrick
Granger
Robert Cota
Deputy Lewis
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Glenn Jordan
- Screenplay & Story
- James Lee Barrett
- Original Score
- David Shire
- Original Title
- Jesse
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Production Studios
- Republic Television, The Turman-Foster Company
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Glenn Jordan
James Lee Barrett
David Shire
Lawrence Turman, David Foster
Department Leadership Roster
Glenn Jordan
Director
James Lee Barrett
Writer
Ninkey Dalton
Production Design
Lisa Jensen
Costume Design
Lawrence Turman
Producer
David Foster
Producer
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jesse
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Jesse about?
Based on the true story of a caring nurse whose work in Death Valley was challenged by the state.
Who directed Jesse?
Jesse was directed by Glenn Jordan.
Who stars in Jesse?
The principal cast of Jesse includes Lee Remick, Scott Wilson, Priscilla Lopez, Kevin Conway, Albert Salmi.
When was Jesse released and how long is it?
Jesse was released in 1988 with a total runtime of 1h 40m.
Who composed the musical score for Jesse?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Jesse was composed by David Shire.