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The Scarlet Letter

In 17th-century New England, a pregnant woman's world is upended when she discovers she's unwed, prompting a frantic quest to uncover the identity of the child's father.

In Puritan Boston, Hester Prynne, a seamstress, is punished for playing on the Sabbath day, but kind minister Arthur Dimmesdale takes pity on her.

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Main Cast

Lillian GishLillian GishHester Prynne
Lars HansonLars HansonRev. Arthur Dimmesdale
Henry B. WalthallHenry B. WalthallRoger Prynne aka Roger Chillingworth
Karl DaneKarl DaneGiles
William H. TookerWilliam H. TookerThe Governor
Marcelle CordayMarcelle CordayMistress Hibbins
Fred HerzogFred HerzogThe Jailer
Jules CowlesJules CowlesThe Beadle
Mary HawesMary HawesPatience
Joyce CoadJoyce CoadPearl
James A. MarcusJames A. MarcusA Sea Captain
Polly MoranPolly MoranJeering Townswoman (uncredited)

Creators

Victor SjöströmVictor SjöströmDirector
Frances MarionFrances MarionScreenplay
Nathaniel HawthorneNathaniel HawthorneWriter

Info about The Scarlet Letter

Studio(s): Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Originally Released: United States, Jan 08, 1927

Production Country: United States

Budget: $430,290.00

Genres:Drama

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