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The Crucible (1996) Movie vs Book
Film · 1996 · Directed by Nicholas Hytner · Starring Daniel Day-Lewis, Winona Ryder, Paul Scofield
The Crucible (1996) Movie: Cast and Details
In 1692 Salem, accusations of witchcraft tear a community apart.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Very close to the bookThe playwright wrote the screenplay himself, and the film stays close to the play.
Read or watch first?
Read the play first. The film opens it up with outdoor scenes.
What the book gives you
The Crucible by Arthur Miller
It won the 1953 Tony Award for Best Play.
Who will like it: Readers who want a classic American play.