Sanctuary
From the Nobel Prize winner...the unadorned truth about the governor's daughter...seared by the fires of her desperate desires...tormented by the new-found emotions within her...
In 1920s rural Mississippi, Nancy Mannigoe, an African-American servant, is placed on death row for the murder of Temple Drake's infant child. Temple, the daughter of the governor, pleads with her father to exonerate Nancy of the charges, explaining that Nancy acted in haste to prevent her from resuming her affair with a roguish Cajun called Candy Man. Details of Temple's sordid past are uncovered as she begs mercy for her faithful servant.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Sanctuary
- Genres: Drama
- Release Date: 1961-04-18
- Runtime: 90 minutes
- Rating: 4.6/10 (8 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.5401
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Lee Remick
as Temple Drake
Yves Montand
as Candy Man
Bradford Dillman
as Gowan Stevens
Harry Townes
as Ira Bobbitt
Odetta
as Nancy Mannigoe
Howard St. John
as Gov. Drake
Jean Carson
as Norma
Reta Shaw
as Miss Reba
Strother Martin
as Dog Boy
William Mims
as Lee
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanctuary?▼
Sanctuary is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1961-04-18.
Who are the main actors in Sanctuary?▼
The main cast includes Lee Remick, Yves Montand, Bradford Dillman, Harry Townes, Odetta, .
Where can I watch Sanctuary online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Sanctuary is available.
Is Sanctuary based on a true story?▼
From the Nobel Prize winner...the unadorned truth about the governor's daughter...seared by the fires of her desperate desires...tormented by the new-found emotions within her...
What is the IMDb rating of Sanctuary?▼
Sanctuary has an IMDb rating of 4.6/10 based on 8 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of Sanctuary?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for Sanctuary?▼
The soundtrack was composed by Darryl F. Zanuck Productions, 20th Century Fox. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was Sanctuary filmed?▼
Sanctuary was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is Sanctuary?▼
The total runtime of Sanctuary is 90 minutes.
Is Sanctuary suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to Sanctuary?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Sanctuary.
Does Sanctuary have a post-credit scene?▼
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