The Crucible

1996 • 123 minutes

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

Daniel Day Lewis gives me goosebumps several times during this movie. He's that good. Great adaptation