Friendly Persuasion (1956)
Overview
The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude?
Where to watch Friendly Persuasion
| Country | Stream | Rent | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | TCM | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 | Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube +1 |
| Canada | — | Apple TV, YouTube | Apple TV, YouTube |
| Germany | — | Apple TV, Amazon Video, maxdome, Freenet meinVOD | Apple TV, Amazon Video, maxdome |
| Spain | Filmin | Apple TV, Amazon Video | Apple TV, Amazon Video |
| Sweden | — | Apple TV | Apple TV |
Streaming availability from JustWatch via TMDB, which also lists Friendly Persuasion in 5 more countries. Catalogues change often, so check the provider before subscribing.
What is Friendly Persuasion about?
The story of a family of Quakers in Indiana in 1862. Their religious sect is strongly opposed to violence and war. It's not easy for them to meet the rules of their religion in everyday life but when Southern troops pass the area they are in real trouble. Should they fight, despite their peaceful attitude? Friendly Persuasion is a Drama, War movie, released on 1956-10-30, runtime 137 minutes.
Is Friendly Persuasion worth watching?
TMDB users rate Friendly Persuasion 6.7 out of 10 from 149 ratings. Reception is mixed-to-positive.
Where can I watch Friendly Persuasion?
In the United States, Friendly Persuasion streams on TCM and can be rented from Amazon Video and Apple TV. The table on this page lists 4 more countries. Movie World also lists the official trailer, online streaming sources and links to external sources on this page.
Directed by
William Wyler
Cast
- Gary Cooper as Jess Birdwell
- Dorothy McGuire as Eliza Birdwell
- Anthony Perkins as Josh Birdwell
- Richard Eyer as Little Jess Birdwell
- Robert Middleton as Sam Jordan
- Phyllis Love as Mattie Birdwell
- Peter Mark Richman as Gardner 'Gard' Jordan
- Walter Catlett as Professor Quigley
- Richard Hale as Purdy
- Joel Fluellen as Enoch
- Theodore Newton as Major Harvey
- John Smith as Caleb Cope
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Sources
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