Two Children. Two Adults. One Unspeakable Crime.
Prequel to the Henry James classic "Turn of the Screw" about the events leading up to the deaths of Peter Quint and Ms. Jessel, and the slow corruption of the children in their care.
The Nightcomers (1972) is a drama, horror and thriller film directed by Michael Winner, released on February 15, 1972 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Marlon Brando, Stephanie Beacham, Thora Hird and Harry Andrews. Viewers rate it 5.7 out of 10 across 83 ratings.
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Marlon Brando
as Peter Quint
Stephanie Beacham
as Miss Jessel
Thora Hird
as Mrs. Grose
Harry Andrews
as Master of the House
Verna Harvey
as Flora
Christopher Ellis
as Miles
Anna Palk
as New Governess
Directed by Michael Winner, written by Michael Hastings and Henry James, produced by Michael Winner.
Average viewer score of 5.7/10 from 83 ratings.
_**Brando as a charismatic outcast at a manor in Victorian Britain**_ At the turn of the century in Victorian England, two orphans are raised at a remote manor by a beautiful governess (Stephanie Beacham), but a free-spirited gardener taints their upbringing and the governess’ virtue (Marlon Brando). Thora Hird plays the old biddy housekeeper. "The Nightcomers" (1971-1972) is a prequel to “The Turn of the Screw,”…
Reviewed on June 7, 2021
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The main cast of The Nightcomers (1972) includes Marlon Brando, Stephanie Beacham, Thora Hird, Harry Andrews and Verna Harvey. The film was directed by Michael Winner. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Nightcomers was released on February 15, 1972 and runs for 1h 36m.
The Nightcomers (1972) holds an average rating of 5.7 out of 10 from 83 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama, horror and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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