John Wycliffe: The Morning Star (1984)
75 min
This affecting biography chronicles the life and times of prominent European philosopher John Wycliffe, who was the first to translate the Bible into English. The 14th century, Oxford University scholar often found himself caught between opposing theological, political and societal forces: He defended England's autonomy against the pontiff's authority and championed the indigent against the wealthy's abuses.
- Release date
- January 1, 1984
- Country of origin
- United States, United Kingdom
- Music
- Dave Cooke
Cast
- Michael Bertenshaw as John Purvey
- James Downie as Boy
- Peter Howell as Dr. John Wycliffe
- Barrie Cookson as Dr. Nicholas Hereford
- Jeremy Roberts as Throckmorton
- Peter J. Cassell as Batka
- Mel Churcher as Wycliffe's Niece
- Noel Howlett as Archbishop Sudbury
- Robert James as Bishop Courtenay
- Malcolm Terris as Sheriff
Crew
- Tony Tew · Director
- Douglas McIntosh · Writer
- Ken Curtis · Producer
- Tony Tew · Producer
- Dave Cooke · Composer
- Michael Reed · Cinematographer
- Tony Tew · Editor
- Kathy Pearce · Production designer