The Pendle Witch Child
Synopsis
The extraordinary story of the most disturbing witch trial in British history and the key role played in it by one nine-year-old girl. Jennet Device, a beggar-girl from Pendle in Lancashire, was the star witness in the trial in 1612 of her own mother, her brother, her sister and many of her neighbours and, thanks to her chilling testimony, they were all hanged.
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Ros Ereira
- Screenplay & Story
- Ros Ereira
- Original Title
- The Pendle Witch Child
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 0m
- Production Studios
- Wingspan Productions, BBC Four
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Ros Ereira
Ros Ereira
Brendan Easton
Andrew Philip
Ros Ereira, Archie Baron
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Ros Ereira
Director
Ros Ereira
Producer
Ros Ereira
Writer
Andrew Philip
Editor
Brendan Easton
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What is The Pendle Witch Child about?
The extraordinary story of the most disturbing witch trial in British history and the key role played in it by one nine-year-old girl. Jennet Device, a beggar-girl from Pendle in Lancashire, was the star witness in the trial in 1612 of her own mother, her brother, her sister and many of her neighbours and, thanks to her chilling testimony, they were all hanged.
Who directed The Pendle Witch Child?
The Pendle Witch Child was directed by Ros Ereira.
Who stars in The Pendle Witch Child?
The principal cast of The Pendle Witch Child includes Simon Armitage.
When was The Pendle Witch Child released and how long is it?
The Pendle Witch Child was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 0m.