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The Root of All Evil

The Root of All Evil

Jeckie Farnish is a level-headed young woman, unlike her spoiled younger sister, Rushie. When the sisters become involved with charming businessman Charles Mortimer, the resulting tragedy leads to a lust for revenge on Rushie's part. However, Jeckie knows that she can always turn to reliable Joe Bartle in times of need.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Root of All Evil
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1947-02-05
  • Runtime: 110 minutes
  • Rating: 6.8/10 (4 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Gainsborough Pictures
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.5702
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Phyllis Calvert

Phyllis Calvert

as Jeckie Farnish

Michael Rennie

Michael Rennie

as Charles Mortimer

John McCallum

John McCallum

as Joe Bartle

Brefni O'Rorke

Brefni O'Rorke

as Farnish

Moore Marriott

Moore Marriott

as Scholes

Hazel Court

Hazel Court

as Rushie Farnish

Arthur Young

Arthur Young

as George Grice

Reginald Purdell

Reginald Purdell

as Perkins

Hubert Gregg

Hubert Gregg

as Albert

Stewart Rome

Stewart Rome

as Sir George

Gallery

Movie scene

External Links

Keywords

revengeimpoverished family

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Root of All Evil?

The Root of All Evil is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1947-02-05.

Who are the main actors in The Root of All Evil?

The main cast includes Phyllis Calvert, Michael Rennie, John McCallum, Brefni O'Rorke, Moore Marriott, .

Where can I watch The Root of All Evil online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Root of All Evil is available.

Is The Root of All Evil based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Root of All Evil?

The Root of All Evil has an IMDb rating of 6.8/10 based on 4 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Root of All Evil?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Root of All Evil?

The soundtrack was composed by Gainsborough Pictures. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Root of All Evil filmed?

The Root of All Evil was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Root of All Evil?

The total runtime of The Root of All Evil is 110 minutes.

Is The Root of All Evil suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Root of All Evil?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Root of All Evil.

Does The Root of All Evil have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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