Salem Witch Trials (film) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Salem Witch Trials |
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| Screenplay by | Maria Nation |
| Directed by | Joseph Sargent |
| Starring | Kirstie Alley Alan Bates |
| Theme music composer | Jonathan Goldsmith |
| Country of origin | United States Canada |
| Original language(s) | English |
| Production | |
| Producer(s) | John Ryan |
| Cinematography | Pierre Gill |
| Editor(s) | Debra Karen |
| Running time | 189 minutes |
| Distributor | Alliance Atlantis Communications Spring Creek Productions |
| Release | |
| Original network | CBS |
| Original release | March 2, 2003 |
The miniseries Salem Witch Trials is a TV show from 2003. It was made in America and Canada. This show tells a story about the famous Salem witch trials that happened a long time ago. Joseph Sargent directed it, and it stars Kirstie Alley and Alan Bates.
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About the Miniseries
This TV show is a historical drama. This means it's a story based on real events from history, but it adds fictional parts for entertainment. The miniseries shows what life might have been like during the Salem witch trials. It tries to bring this important historical event to life for viewers.
What Were the Salem Witch Trials?
The Salem witch trials were a series of events that took place in colonial Massachusetts. This was in the late 1600s, around 1692 and 1693. During this time, many people in the town of Salem were accused of practicing witchcraft. These accusations led to trials and a lot of fear in the community. The miniseries explores the events and the people involved in these trials.
Who is in the Show?
The miniseries features a cast of well-known actors. They play the roles of people who lived during the time of the trials. Here are some of the main actors and the characters they play:
- Kirstie Alley plays Ann Putnam.
- Henry Czerny plays Samuel Parris.
- Gloria Reuben plays Tituba Indian.
- Jay O. Sanders plays Thomas Putnam.
- Kristin Booth plays Lizzy Porter.
- Katie Boland plays Annie Putnam.
- Alan Bates plays William Phips.
- Rebecca De Mornay plays Elizabeth Parris.
- Peter Ustinov plays William Stoughton.
- Shirley MacLaine plays Rebecca Nurse.
How the Show Was Made
The filming for Salem Witch Trials took place in Canada. The main locations were Toronto and Cornwall, Ontario. These cities provided the settings needed to recreate the historical look of the 17th century.
When the Show Came Out
The Salem Witch Trials miniseries first aired on television in 2003. Later, it became available for people to watch at home. It was released on DVD and Blu-ray on September 30, 2008. These home video versions did not include any extra features.
