The Crucible

1996 • 123 minutes
4.2
17 reviews
70%
Tomatometer
Eligible
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About this movie

The 1692 Salem witch trials are brought vividly to life in this compelling adaptation of Arthur Miller's play, directed by Nicholas Hytner, which stars Daniel Day-Lewis and Winona Ryder. When a group of teenage girls is accused of witchcraft, they accuse various townspeople as having bewitched them. As hysteria mounts, blameless victims are torn from their homes, leading to a devastating climax.

Ratings and reviews

4.2
17 reviews
Jack Addie
May 14, 2018
Absolutely brilliant book and an even better film a very gripping, tense and shocking plot that will leave you hanging... wanting more
Elizabeth lazaridou
December 13, 2014
Amazing movie! I strongly recommend it!
Dave Plumstead
August 3, 2016
Decent