Three Sovereigns for Sarah

Three Sovereigns for Sarah

NR 1985 · 159 min · History, Drama, TV Movie

Nineteen people were hanged and one man pressed to death, while hundreds went to jail during the "witch hysteria" of 1692. THREE SOVEREIGNS FOR SARAH offers an accurate portrayal of the Salem witch trials, with real characters and original transcripts woven into the dialogue. The film is a powerful, moving story about three loving sisters accused of witchcraft.

Directed by Philip Leacock · Written by Victor Pisano

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