Zandy's Bride
“More Like a War Than a Marriage”
Synopsis
Zandy Allan purchases a mail-order bride, Hannah Lund. He treats her as a possession, without respect or humanity, until their shared ordeal as they struggle to survive develops in him a growing love.
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Original Theatrical Trailer | Zandy's Bride | Warner ArchiveOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2013-06-11
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Gene Hackman
Zandy Allen
Liv Ullmann
Hanna Lund
Eileen Heckart
Ma Allan
Susan Tyrrell
Marai Cordova
Harry Dean Stanton
Songer
Joe Santos
Frank Gallo
Frank Cady
Pa Allan
Sam Bottoms
Mel Allan
Bob Simpson
Bill Pincus
Vivian Gordon
Street Girl
Ivan Bell
Townsman (uncredited)
Eumenio Blanco
Man (uncredited)
Donald Chaffin
Man (uncredited)
Spencer Chan
Chinese Vendor #2 (uncredited)
Jaye Durkus
Man (uncredited)
Ben Frommer
Townsman (uncredited)
James Gammon
Man in Gunfight (uncredited)
Richard Hackman
Man (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 19, 1974
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jan Troell
- Screenplay & Story
- Marc Norman
- Original Score
- Michael Franks
- Original Title
- Zandy's Bride
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Ido, English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jan Troell
Marc Norman, Lillian Bos Ross
Michael Franks
Jordan Cronenweth
Jim Benson, Gordon Scott
Harvey Matofsky
Department Leadership Roster
Jan Troell
Director
Patricia Norris
Costume Design
Jim Benson
Editor
Albert Brenner
Production Design
Marc Norman
Screenplay
Jordan Cronenweth
Director of Photography
Gordon Scott
Editor
Harvey Matofsky
Producer
Michael Franks
Original Music Composer
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PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zandy's Bride
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What is Zandy's Bride about?
Zandy Allan purchases a mail-order bride, Hannah Lund. He treats her as a possession, without respect or humanity, until their shared ordeal as they struggle to survive develops in him a growing love.
Who directed Zandy's Bride?
Zandy's Bride was directed by Jan Troell.
Who stars in Zandy's Bride?
The principal cast of Zandy's Bride includes Gene Hackman, Liv Ullmann, Eileen Heckart, Susan Tyrrell, Harry Dean Stanton.
When was Zandy's Bride released and how long is it?
Zandy's Bride was released in 1974 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Zandy's Bride?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Zandy's Bride was composed by Michael Franks.
Is Zandy's Bride based on a book or true story?
Zandy's Bride is adapted from the following source material: Novel: "Lillian Bos Ross".
What is the age rating and content advisory for Zandy's Bride?
Zandy's Bride holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).