The Witches and the Grinnygog
Synopsis
An ancient church is being dismantled and moved to a new location, stone by stone. One of the gargoyles from the stones falls into the possession of a mother who takes the stone man back to her family. Soon after, four strangers show up in the village and the Sogood & Firkettle children seem to be the only ones who question the mysterious things that begin to happen. This film was originally broadcast across six 25 minute episodes with a total runtime of 150 minutes. A few years later, the US cable network Nickelodeon edited the miniseries into a 2 hour (including commercials) movie block. This 2 hour edited version was shown throughout the 1980s on US television.
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Giles Harper
Colin Sogood
Heidi Mayo
Nan Sogood
Adam Woodyatt
Dave Firkettle
Zoe Loftin
Essie Firkettle
Paul Curtis
Jimmy Firkettle
Anna Wing
Edie Possett
Sheila Grant
Mrs. Ems
Patricia Hayes
Miss Bendybones
Olu Jacobs
Mr. Twebele Alabaster
John Barrard
Mr. Adam
Robert Swann
Reverend Anthony Sogood
Jane Wood
Mrs. Firkettle
Eva Griffith
Marg'ret
Anne Dyson
Miss Possett
Liam O'Callaghan
Patrick Flanagan
Gary Hailes
Driver's Mate
Stuart St. Paul
Disc Jockey
Mike Savage
Police Sergeant
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Diarmuid Lawrence
- Screenplay & Story
- Roy Russell
- Original Score
- James Harpham
- Original Title
- The Witches and the Grinnygog
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 30m
- Production Studios
- TVS, ITV
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Diarmuid Lawrence
Roy Russell, Dorothy Edwards
James Harpham
Nigel Bate
Anna Home
Department Leadership Roster
Roy Russell
Screenplay
Nigel Bate
Editor
Diarmuid Lawrence
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Witches and the Grinnygog
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What is The Witches and the Grinnygog about?
An ancient church is being dismantled and moved to a new location, stone by stone. One of the gargoyles from the stones falls into the possession of a mother who takes the stone man back to her family. Soon after, four strangers show up in the village and the Sogood & Firkettle children seem to be the only ones who question the mysterious things that begin to happen. This film was originally broadcast across six 25 minute episodes with a total runtime of 150 minutes. A few years later, the US cable network Nickelodeon edited the miniseries into a 2 hour (including commercials) movie block. This 2 hour edited version was shown throughout the 1980s on US television.
Who directed The Witches and the Grinnygog?
The Witches and the Grinnygog was directed by Diarmuid Lawrence.
Who stars in The Witches and the Grinnygog?
The principal cast of The Witches and the Grinnygog includes Giles Harper, Heidi Mayo, Adam Woodyatt, Zoe Loftin, Paul Curtis.
When was The Witches and the Grinnygog released and how long is it?
The Witches and the Grinnygog was released in 1983 with a total runtime of 2h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Witches and the Grinnygog?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Witches and the Grinnygog was composed by James Harpham.
Is The Witches and the Grinnygog based on a book or true story?
The Witches and the Grinnygog is adapted from the following source material: Book: "Dorothy Edwards".