The Witches
“A STRANGER IN A TOWN THAT HAS LOST ITS MIND... IF SHE'S NOT CAREFUL, SHE MAY LOSE HERS TOO!”
Synopsis
Following a nervous breakdown, Gwen takes up the job of head teacher in the small village of Haddaby. There she can benefit from the tranquillity and peace, enabling her to recover fully. But under the facade of idyllic country life she slowly unearths the frightening reality of village life in which the inhabitants are followers of a menacing satanic cult with the power to inflict indiscriminate evil and death if crossed.
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The Witches / Original Theatrical Trailer (1966)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-01-22
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Joan Fontaine
Gwen Mayfield
Kay Walsh
Stephanie Bax
Alec McCowen
Alan Bax
Ann Bell
Sally Benson
Ingrid Boulting
Linda Rigg
John Collin
Dowsett
Michele Dotrice
Valerie Creek
Gwen Ffrangcon Davies
Granny Rigg
Duncan Lamont
Bob Curd
Leonard Rossiter
Dr. Wallis
Martin Stephens
Ronnie Dowsett
Carmel McSharry
Mrs. Dowsett
Viola Keats
Mrs. Curd
Shelagh Fraser
Mrs. Creek
Bryan Marshall
Tom
John Barrett
Mr. Glass
Rudolph Walker
Mark
Willie Payne
Adam
Release History & Theatrical Window
February 1, 1967
Wide Cinema Exhibition
September 18, 2003
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Cyril Frankel
- Screenplay & Story
- Nigel Kneale, Norah Lofts
- Original Score
- Richard Rodney Bennett
- Original Title
- The Witches
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 29m
- Production Studios
- Hammer Film Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Cyril Frankel
Nigel Kneale, Norah Lofts
Richard Rodney Bennett
Arthur Grant
Chris Barnes
Anthony Nelson Keys
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Barnes
Editor
Nigel Kneale
Writer
Anthony Nelson Keys
Producer
Cyril Frankel
Director
Arthur Grant
Director of Photography
Bernard Robinson
Production Design
Richard Rodney Bennett
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 12 years and over.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Witches
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What is The Witches about?
Following a nervous breakdown, Gwen takes up the job of head teacher in the small village of Haddaby. There she can benefit from the tranquillity and peace, enabling her to recover fully. But under the facade of idyllic country life she slowly unearths the frightening reality of village life in which the inhabitants are followers of a menacing satanic cult with the power to inflict indiscriminate evil and death if crossed.
Who directed The Witches?
The Witches was directed by Cyril Frankel.
Who stars in The Witches?
The principal cast of The Witches includes Joan Fontaine, Kay Walsh, Alec McCowen, Ann Bell, Ingrid Boulting.
When was The Witches released and how long is it?
The Witches was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 29m.
Who composed the musical score for The Witches?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Witches was composed by Richard Rodney Bennett.
Is The Witches based on a book or true story?
The Witches is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Norah Lofts".
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Witches?
The Witches holds official age classifications: DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12 (Suitable only for 12 years and over.).