Friendly Persuasion (1956) — Perfery

(1956)Directed by William Wyler137 minDrama, War

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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?

Gary Cooperas Jess Birdwell

Dorothy McGuireas Eliza Birdwell

Anthony Perkinsas Josh Birdwell

Richard Eyeras Little Jess Birdwell

Robert Middletonas Sam Jordan

Phyllis Loveas Mattie Birdwell

Peter Mark Richmanas Gardner 'Gard' Jordan

Walter Catlettas Professor Quigley

Richard Haleas Purdy

Joel Fluellenas Enoch

Theodore Newtonas Major Harvey

John Smithas Caleb Cope

Edna Skinneras Opal Hudspeth

MD Marjorie Durantas Pearl Hudspeth

Frances Farwellas Ruby Hudspeth

Marjorie Mainas The Widow Hudspeth

Edward Andrewsas Soldier (uncredited)

Robert Fulleras Youthful Soldier at Shooting Gallery (uncredited)

Norman Leavittas Clem - Looter (uncredited)

Nelson Leighas Methodist Minister (uncredited)

Tom Londonas Farmer on Front Line with Gard (uncredited)

Doug McClureas Soldier (uncredited)

William Schallertas Young Husband (uncredited)

Joe Turkelas Poor Loser (uncredited)