The Root of All Evil

1947

1h 50m

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Drama

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.

Writers

J.S. Fletcher(novel by)
Brock Williams(screenplay by)
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Phyllis Calvert
Jeckie Farnish
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Michael Rennie
Charles Mortimer
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John McCallum
Joe Bartle
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Hazel Court
Rushie Farnish
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Arthur Young
George Grice
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Stewart Rome
Sir George
Rory MacDermot
Overthwaite
Maureen Moore
Mrs. Scholes
Ellis Irving
Auctioneer

Writers

J.S. Fletcher(novel by)
Brock Williams(screenplay by)

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Release date

February 5, 1947 (United States)

Country of origin

United Kingdom

Language

English

Production company

Gainsborough Pictures

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